Sr PGD Safety Specialist - Wind South

Sr PGD Safety Specialist - Wind South Date: Jul 14, 2026 Location(s): Austin, TX, US, 73301 Company: NextEra Energy Requisition ID: 96235 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Position Specific Description Join our dynamic team as a Safety & Health Professional supporting NextEra Energy's Wind Operations in the South Hub. In this role you'll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our workforce across the hub’s wind fleet. You work closely with PGD safety to strengthen our safety management systems. What You'll Do Strategically deploy safety resources and champion our safety culture with considerable autonomy. Drive compliance initiatives, conduct field assessments, improve job packages and safety plans. Support tactical teams, deliver impactful presentations, and leverage data analytics to be proactive and continuously improve our safety processes. Build strong partnerships with external regulatory agencies and internal operational teams. Lead teams and provide technical guidance on critical procedures. Mentor colleagues through safety coaching and training. Conduct thorough root cause analyses (RCAs) to recommend actionable improvements that strengthen our safety management systems. What We’re Looking For Demonstrated experience in electric power generation, transmission, and distribution, or comparable industrial environments. Deep understanding of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910.269, 1926), ANSI, NFPA, and NESC standards. Proven leadership in safety program development, training delivery, and investigations. Effective communicator who can engage diverse audiences—from frontline workers to executive leadership—both in‑person and virtually. Technical writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and other digital platforms. Self‑stanners who can influence cross‑functional teams and external stakeholders while identifying field hazards and providing practical mitigation strategies. Industrial hygiene experience is a welcome plus. Travel & Qualifications: This role involves up to 75% travel to PGD Wind sites across the U.S. and Canada. We require a bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Safety and/or Occupational Health preferred) plus 4+ years in the energy/utility sector, or a minimum of 8 years of experience (preferably a minimum of 5 years of safety experience plus 3 years other applicable experience). Master’s degree, CSP and/or CIH certifications are highly valued. Job Overview Lead and support safety programs across the hub’s wind generation sites by driving regulatory compliance, conducting field assessments, investigating incidents, and fostering a strong safety culture. Partner with PGD Safety, operational teams, and regulatory agencies to identify risks, implement safety improvements, and provide technical leadership, training, and coaching across the organization. Job Duties & Responsibilities Provide regulatory interpretation of OSHA, state and provincial regulations. Identify key strategic initiatives and lead site teams by providing technical guidance on procedures and processes to ensure employee safety and compliance. Provide onsite safety coaching, training, and leadership. Perform injury analysis and recommend corrective actions. Recommend enhancements to the safety management system. Conduct job safety analysis of tasks being performed. Provide onsite support to power plants to provide technical guidance on compliance issues, training, and site assessments. Partner to develop and implement best practices and proactive initiatives aimed at eliminating injuries and illnesses. Support programs to achieve an injury‑free lifestyle vision that extends to off‑duty injury prevention. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Technical / Functional Excellence / Learning. Process Management Concepts. Quality Tools and Techniques. Effective Written Communications. Effective Verbal Communications. High School Graduate / GED. Safety Policy and Practice knowledge. Bachelor’s or Equivalent Experience. Experience: 2+ years. Supervisor/Management Experience: 0+ years. Preferred Qualifications Certified Safety Professional (CSP). Graduate Safety Professional (GSP). Benefits NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Employee Group: Exempt Employee Type: Full Time Job Category: Health & Safety Organization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable Equal Opportunity Employer NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. NextEra Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third‑party recruiting firms or agencies. Nearest Major Market: Austin Job Segment: Wind Energy, Energy #J-18808-Ljbffr NextEra Energy Resources