Site Safety Specialist-Phoenix

Job Description

Job Description

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at

PRIMARY SCOPE

The Site Safety Specialist supports general industry, construction and mining operations by ensuring compliance with safety regulations, identifying and controlling hazards, and promoting a strong safety culture. This role provides on-site guidance, conducts inspections and training, and works closely with employees and management to maintain a safe, productive, and compliant workplace.

This position requires a constant presence at the assigned jobsite during all active work hours.  The position also requires extensive travel and a willingness to work on a demanding schedule including nights and weekends, as required, to meet project objectives.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Conduct daily/weekly site inspections and document hazards.
• Lead Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs}, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs}, or risk assessments.
• Manage permits (hot work, confined space, excavation, blasting, lifting plans, etc.).
• Evaluate high-risk tasks such as confined space entry, energized work, excavation, blasting, heavy equipment operations, and working at heights.
• Recommend controls following the hierarchy of controls.
• Conduct safety inspections or audits; incident investigations; and equipment inspections to mitigate risk
• Partner with the project managers and site foreman to interpret, evaluate, and provide technical guidance on project safety requirements, incident investigation, and implement corrective action measures
• Develop and conduct onsite worker training on safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring of all needed Site Risk Assessments, and use of safety equipment at job site locations
• Implement site-specific safety plans (SSSP), mine safety programs, emergency response plans, and hazard communication (HazCom) programs.
• Monitor contractor compliance with project and Mine safety requirements.
• May deliver required training (e.g., new hire orientation, equipment operation, hazard recognition, PPE, lockout/tagout, fall protection, and site-specific mining training) and Contractor Site Specific trainings.
• Conduct toolbox talks, pre-shift safety meetings, and refresher sessions.
• Verify worker qualifications, permits, and task training.
• Monitor compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, MSHA, NFPA, ICC, EPA, and DOT regulations in accordance with statutory and contractual requirements
• Administer and manage the substance abuse testing and occupational health programs for the organization
• Compile, analyze, and report statistical data related to occupational illnesses and incidents as required
• Monitor atmospheric hazards, dust levels, noise exposure, and ventilation in mining areas.
• Assist with detailed incident investigations and root cause analysis, compliance reviews, general risk assessments and other employee health and wellness evaluations, to support health, safety and environmental management initiatives
• Comply with all Federal and company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
• Promote a strong safety culture through coaching and one-on-one interactions.
• Encourage hazard reporting and Stop Work Obligation.
• Participate in safety committees, audits, and leadership safety walks.
• Assists Reginal Safety Manager with data and statistics, coordinating and scheduling site visits.
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• 6 years of experience in 1910 general industry, part 46 or part 48 mining, or 1926 construction safety professional experience in heavy construction.
• Current OSHA 30-hour in construction certification, Fisher will provide training if needed
• Current First aid CPR, Fisher will provide training if needed
• Current competent person training in; fall protection, excavation, confined space and lockout/tagout, Fisher will provide training if needed
• Must meet EM 385-1-1 SSHO certification, Fisher will provide training if needed
• Proficient in MS Office, Bluebeam
• Must have ability to wear full construction PPE to include fall arrest harnesses or respirators
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy
• Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat above 100 degrees, cold, and rain
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and government background check

Extensive Travel is Required

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing.

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