Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist 12 months Salt Lake 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 responsibilities 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, according to the Contractor Safety and Environmental Manual. Conduct 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. You will use their knowledge to promote a positive health and safety culture in the workplace and will provide support to construction personnel in the implementation of safety plans for individual projects and tasks. You will collaborate with other staff in basic and intermediate functions of the specialty. Work with the Company Safety Advisors, Company Inspectors and Superintendent of Construction to identify project risks. 8) 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 Lead to mitigate on-site hazards and implement safe work practices. Work with team members to reinforce safe work practices. Support and ensure the requirements of the project-specific safety plan as well as all company policies and regulatory requirements with the Contractor, and work to adhere to them. Advise inspectors regarding the contractor safety plan and company policies. Ensure all safety plans and programs are implemented according to changes in regulations or process/policy/equipment. Qualifications OSHA 30 hour. Competent person (excavation) from an accredited learning organizationc. 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. Energy industry experience. HAZWOPER Certified. Pipeline and or facilities construction experience. Work in inclement weather (Hot, Cold, Rain). Valid Drivers License. Our Safety Pledge to You If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple! Benefits WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following: 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. Employment opportunities may require access to information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr