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GE Vernova

Environmental Health &Safety (EHS) Specialist

Seoul, South Korea

Job Description Summary

EHS Specialist will manage & lead functional efforts across Gas Power legal entities (Office, Projects & Services environment) in Korea. Primary responsibilities include compliance to GE Gas Power legal entities towards Local OSHA, SAPA, country, and local regulations.
while assisting Gas Power Pole EHS leader whenever required across Asia. Individual will be in Korea Seoul office but will require to travels within Asia to support EHS for both Projects & Services.

Job Description

  • Adequate knowledge and experience in identifying key risks, applying KOSHA, SAPA & compliance to local country regulations as applied to office, Projects & Services environment
  • Provide leadership, guidance support and direction to country and Site EHS personnel
  • Review Business/Regional EHS to execute policy/strategy/requirements & align it with local requirements.
  • Support and drive Zero Harm Culture by keeping focus on strategic and business vision.
  • Plan, Drive, Execute, Evaluate & review business & regional EHS priorities, framework, ISO, Life Saving Principles, applicable processes & Standard works, objectives & targets in Korea for Projects, Services.
  • Develop Project EHS Plan and any other required site-specific EHS document (e.g., environmental management Plan, Emergency Response Plan, Traffic Management Plan...) for new construction projects.
  • Manage EHS incident and injury reporting within specified local country EHS guidelines and conduct timely follow up investigations and close outs
  • Provide day-to-day EHS support for Projects & Services related to customer interaction, planning and job execution.
  • Engage, coordinate assist FieldCore & strengthen the program through audits, performance reviews.
  • Support Facility Team in Korea Office on applicable EHS requirements.
  • Deliver EHS trainings as and when required according to the local & gas power EHS training strategy.
  • Prepare periodic EHS reporting / KPIs and communicate it to relevant distribution list.
  • Propose solutions to address complicated challenges, processes by using technical experience and analytical thinking to arrive at decisions.
  • Engage & track front-line EHS people to resolve issues with customers and liaise with the regional Operations managers.

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Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in safety, engineering, or related field (Preferably qualified under National Technical Qualification Act;)
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in Project/Services EHS execution.
  • Demonstrated professional experience in a Health and Safety position
  • Previous experience in construction and general industry environment
  • Experience with managing and conducting safety training
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
  • Ability to travel 50-85% (could change) a year
  • Demonstrated interpersonal relations and personnel management skills
  • Working knowledge in regulatory compliance, as well as all federal, state, and local agencies requirements

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Seoul, South Korea
Job ID: GE_power-GE11GLOBALR3758036EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)