Safety Specialist 1 - Kiewit Offshore Services

Safety Specialist I - Kiewit Offshore Services Location: Ingleside, TX, US Job Level: Entry Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Offshore Services District Department: Safety Market: OGC Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview At Kiewit, one of our guiding principles on every project and in every office is, "Nobody Gets Hurt" and we're currently looking for a Safety Specialist I who will create, support and audit our programs which reinforce our commitment to safety. As a Safety Specialist I, you will report to Project Safety Manager. Your primary responsibilities centers on the successful implementation and support of the Site Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Safety Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit's Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work. You will also verify to ensure that work is being executed as planned, problem-solve with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions. District Overview Kiewit Offshore Services, Ltd. (Kiewit Offshore Services), a district (or business unit) of Kiewit Corporation, builds structurally complex projects supporting diverse work scopes across the world's energy and infrastructures markets. Located in Ingleside, TX, 20 minutes outside of Corpus Christi, the 550- acre fabrication yard is the workplace of 300+ staff employees and approximately 1,400 craft employees who work in the yard year-round. The projects built by Kiewit Offshore Services require significant equipment planning, detailed cost estimates and schedules, a commitment to safety by all employees, and are truly unforgettable. Our team is a diverse, tight knit group that enjoys fun team building events such as deep-sea fishing, golfing, sporting and other events throughout the year. Our employees are extremely schedule driven, high-energy, friendly, and hard workers. Kiewit Offshore Service leaders are seeking employees who would enjoy living in Southern Texas, ready for a fast paced career, trainable, and can work well within a diverse team. Responsibilities Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the safety plans Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files Assist with incident investigations and implementation of effective solutions Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client specific requirements Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Health, Safety, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements 0-2 years of previous construction safety experience, in particular with training coordination Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel Strong organizational and time management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done The ability to work independently as well as part of a team Other Requirements: Regular, reliable attendance Work productively and meet deadlines timely Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. Conditions may vary (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.