Project Safety Specialist

Job Description Job Description Job Summary The Field Safety Specialist is responsible for promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture across company plants, projects, and operations. This position serves as a resource to employees, supervisors, and managers by providing safety support, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and actively participating in hazard identification and mitigation efforts. This position is based out of the Draper headquarters; however, the majority of the work will be performed in the field supporting over-the-road and remote project operations. The Field Safety Specialist will spend considerable time traveling to project sites and batch plants to support safety initiatives, ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements, and promote a strong safety culture. This position actively assists with hazard identification and mitigation and is expected to maintain approximately a 75% field and 25% office work ratio. Location Based out of Draper, Utah, with extensive travel over the road to various project and job site locations. Key Responsibilities 1. Safety Leadership & Culture Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture throughout the organization. Set the example and model safe behaviors and expectations. Partner with managers, supervisors, and project leaders to drive safety awareness and accountability. Develop strong working relationships with field employees and project personnel. Reinforce company policies and procedures that support operational and safety objectives. 2. Inspections, Audits & Hazard Mitigation Conduct safety inspections, audits, and employee evaluations to ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements. Identify hazards and actively assist in implementing corrective actions and mitigation measures. Perform plant and project site safety inspections. Assist with traffic flow planning and safe work practices at project locations. Ensure adequate supplies of safety equipment and materials are maintained. 3. Incident Management & Investigations Ensure timely reporting of incidents, injuries, and near misses. Conduct investigations and root cause analyses to prevent recurrence. Prepare and maintain incident reports and supporting documentation. Assist with workers' compensation claims and return-to-work processes. Develop and communicate lessons learned and safety alerts. 4. Training & Regulatory Compliance Assist with scheduling and conducting safety-related training programs. Maintain working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and applicable safety regulations. Assist with preparing notices and documentation required by regulatory agencies. Support the development, maintenance, and implementation of safety programs. Ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements. 5. Reporting & Documentation Enter safety observations, incidents, and related information into company and customer-required platforms. Maintain accurate records and safety documentation. Track corrective actions and follow up on outstanding issues. Prepare reports and communicate trends to management. Support continuous improvement initiatives through analysis and reporting. 6. Communication & Collaboration Participate in project meetings and safety discussions. Collaborate with customers, contractors, and other safety professionals to promote a unified safety culture. Work closely with operations, dispatch, maintenance, and project personnel to support safety objectives. Maintain professionalism and positive working relationships with employees and the public. Critical Skills Leadership: Ability to influence others and promote accountability without direct authority. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Problem-Solving: Ability to identify hazards and implement effective solutions. Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and industry safety requirements. Organization: Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain de #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC