Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist 12 Months Salt Laked City, UT Key Responsibilities Collaborate with external partners and internal partners to address and resolve field safety issues while providing technical safety support and pipeline safety installation inspection tasks on a needed basis. Inspect area/regional construction projects and pipe installations, shadow pre-construction activities when applicable, damage prevention and work with contractor management/safety representatives in safe work execution. Conduct regular audits to support accurate compliance with Contractor Safety and Environmental expectations, with the Contractor Safety and Environmental Manual. Conduct and/or participate in area safety assessments, inspections, observations, and quality reviews. Support the construction arm and contractors in the completion of incident investigation requirements to include incident reporting, investigation, management committee reviews, corrective action monitoring. Use knowledge to promote a positive health and safety culture in the workplace and provide support to construction personnel in the implementation of safety plans for individual projects and/or tasks. Collaborate with other staff in basic and intermediate functions of the specialty, working with Company Safety Advisors, Company Inspectors and Superintendent of Construction to identify project risks. Monitor compliance of the contractor safety plan and project specific safety plan by performing and documenting on-site audits. Schedule regular audits with Contractor personnel and on in-progress construction jobs. Work with Contractor Safety Leads to avoid on-site hazards and implement safe work practices. Work with team members to strengthen safe work practices and support the requirements of the project-specific safety plan and all company policies and regulatory requirements with the Contractor. Advise inspectors regarding the contractor safety plan and company policies. Ensure all safety plans and programs are implemented, reviewed, and updated according to changes in regulations or process/policy/equipment. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: The minimum qualifications include: OSHA 30 hour Competent person (excavation) from an accredited learning organization First Aid / CPR trained and qualified Five (5) years of relevant Health & Safety work experience OR degree in safety and three (3) years of relevant Health & Safety work experience. Experience using defined processes for managing Health & Safety risks in the Energy industry. HAZWOPER Certified Pipeline and/or facilities construction experience Communicate to audiences of diverse size and backgrounds. Physical Requirements Lift 50 pounds. Bend, stoop, and crawl. Ascend and descend ladders. Wear respirator and obtain Physician Written Opinion for respirator use. Stand for extended periods of time. Work in inclement weather (Hot, Cold, Rain). Valid Driver's License. Benefits Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits. 401(k) Savings Plan. Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $25.00 - $30.00. Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Westinghouse Electric Company