Safety Officer

The Safety Officer implements and monitors occupational health and safety programs across power generation, renewable energy, and hydrocarbon facilities to ensure compliance with regulatory standards (OSHA, NFPA, ISO 45001). The professional conducts risk assessments, audits permit-to-work systems, and investigates incidents to identify root causes and preventive measures. The role involves delivering safety inductions, inspecting fall protection systems, and verifying lockout/tagout procedures for electrical and mechanical isolations. Whether monitoring confined space entries at solar farms or enforcing explosive atmosphere protocols in refineries, the officer’s vigilance prevents workplace injuries and process safety events in high-risk energy environments. The Safety Officer serves as the site’s safety culture ambassador, analyzing leading indicators (near misses, safety observations) to proactively address hazards. The position requires expertise in energy-specific risks—from arc flash boundaries to hydrogen sulfide exposure—and emergency response coordination for scenarios like turbine fires or battery storage thermal runaway. The professional maintains safety equipment inventories, calibrates gas detection systems, and prepares compliance reports for regulatory agencies. The officer’s ability to balance operational demands with uncompromising safety standards directly protects both personnel and critical energy infrastructure.