Safety Lead

Safety Lead

Job Category: EHS

Location: Honolulu, HI 96819, USA

Description

Responsibilities

• Administer compliance with the safety program and lead accident prevention efforts to ensure company and project safety goals are met
• Conduct site inspections of project work areas and equipment
• Develop, organize, and implement safety related programs that meet company safety standards
• Assist in the investigation of accidents and determining root causes and recommend corrective/preventive measures
• Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits with a focus on hazard recognition and unsafe behaviors
• Coordinate and conduct safety meetings/training programs to ensure effective communication amongst new and existing employees
• Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
• Carry out any other assigned tasks given by the Area Safety Manager or Area Project Manager

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 2 years' safety experience in a construction environment

Preferred

• 2 years' construction safety experience in heavy construction (marine works, tunnel, or roadway)
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Trained
• Safety Trained Supervisor-Construction (STS-C) Certified, through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals
• First aid/CPR/AED Certified
• ASP, GSP, or CHST designation
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA Construction Standards, VDOT Safety Standards, MUTCD standards, and other state and federal agency guidelines
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and make independent judgments concerning the general safety of workers
• Team player with a professional image, capable of handling highly confidential information
• Exercise excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment that may require long hours, including nights and weekends
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
• Must be able to work in varied physical environments which include both indoor and outdoor work in the hot and cold
• Demonstrate technical and analytical problem-solving skills
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite

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