Safety Manager/Director

Safety Manager

The Safety Manager serves as the specialist in safety by developing and implementing best practices and procedures within the company that effectively control accident and health exposures and minimize OSHA citations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Collaborate with EMCOR Safety Director and Bahnson President on Company Safety policies/procedures/safety manual

• Assist in the development of policies for specific work activities, tools/equipment (write policy/procure for new equipment in accordance with OSHA/applicable standards)
• Submits letters of variance for site specific issues (reviews policy, tools/equipment for options)
• Attend joint safety committee meetings (Work with Local(s) in development of NFPA70E compliant energized electrical work policy & other policies, work with CSS group)
• Assist in the development of training and roll out programs for new policies/procedures (select training materials, review OSHA/Company/industry standards, draft/review training)

Document injury/incident reporting/investigation/claim management

• Develops/manage injury/investigation reports (create report forms, complete first report/cause map/incident investigation report/supplemental information documents)
• Track/report/record injuries requiring medical treatment (maintain injury/incident log, individual incident reporting)
• Track/manage/ reports for work related injuries (report to workman's comp, track workers comp cases, maintain reports from claims management)
• Submit incidents into EMCOR KPA system (reporting and tracking of injuries/near misses/ environmental releases/ property damage/vehicle incidents/regulatory agency visits/subcontractor incident)

Document provide/submit proposals for training/safety measures/equipment/ processes

• Submit revisions/provide safety orientations
• Assist in maintaining training records for Company workforce (electronically maintain/archive safety training records)
• Assist in sourcing 3rd party training courses (locate trainers for specialized subject matter)
• Assist in scheduling/documentation of health exams and fit-testing

Develop/revise/audit safety hazard assessment documentation completion processes

• Modify/develop JSA forms ( build forms specific to task/site and submit to SD for approval)
• Develop/revise/maintain project/site safety plans (create safety plans based on scope, update as required by GC/owner, submit to SD for approval)
• Create/modify/revise/approve job health risk assessments (create/submit to client or GC, submit to SD for approval)
• Create silica work plans (Site specific plan for the control of silica hazards, submit to SD for approval)
• Reviews/audits site job hazard analysis programs (periodic reviews using IAuditor without notice, submit to SD for approval)
• Reviews/revises safety hazard assessments plans/documentation per client requirements (based on individual job requirements, submit to SD for approval)

Work with Clients/GC's/Site managers to correct site issues

• Perform Job walks (periodically done with clients/GC, inspecting overall or specific criteria)
• Attend meetings (weekly safety meetings, client incident review, root cause analysis, "lessons learned", project kick-off, safety stand-downs, division manager, various other work process meetings)
• Assist in development of best practices/protocols with clients/GC & local unions (using technical data/resources/industry experience/"tribal knowledge"/legal standards/consensus standards)

Assist in staff management

• Provide guidance (for case management, recordability, legal interpretations, industry standards)
• Coaching/counseling
• Promote Company culture/standards (lead from the front)
• Build/develop positive safety culture (safety bulletins, company newsletter, interdepartmental bulletins, safety stand-down, field presence/interaction)

Other duties as required

• Assist in management of confined space equipment/plans/training
• Assist in issuance of high voltage/NFPA70E safety equipment (provide training, maintain equipment/consumable parts, track equipment locations and calibrations/certifications)
• Assist in issuance of 4-gas meters and calibration equipment (provide training, maintain equipment/consumable parts, track equipment locations and calibrations/certifications)
• Assist in supply ordering for all company safety equipment (collaborate with purchasing/site personnel to obtain best product for positive safety outcome)
• Assist SD to evaluate/test/standardize PPE
• Assist in problem solving in safety issues companywide (collaborate with field personnel/management to address safety challenges/opportunities)
• Provide first-aid/medical transport/triage
• Assist in industrial hygiene programs companywide (lead, asbestos, silica and other hazardous materials as required)
• Administer and audit I.S.O. 9000:2015 operations work instructions relating to safety.
• Ensure compliance with the Safety Program, OSHA, company operating policies and procedures, and provide for safe working environments for employees.
• Monitor operational compliance with contracts, and Company established policies.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the executives with recommendation for resolution.
• Perform additional assignments as required by the operating needs of the company or as directed by executives.

Qualifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• BSc/BA in safety management or relevant field is preferred
• Minimum 5yrs of experience in a professional safety role; proven successful experience as a safety manager preferred
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Preferred
• OSHA 500 certifications
• Experience writing Health And Safety Plans (HASP's) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's).
• Deep understanding of occupational health and safety guidelines/regulations
• In-depth knowledge of the construction industry, federal, state, and city environmental and safety regulations and practices.
• Ability to do public speaking, for safety training purposes.
• Must have a valid driver's license, in good standing.
• Training in ISO, Six Sigma or comparable quality control program a plus.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Working knowledge of project and financial software a plus.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Ability to draft accurate reports and develop policies applicable to legal/industry standards
• Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment
• Excellent organizational and motivational skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities – especially public speaking
• Must have the ability to make quick yet sound decisions.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.
• Must demonstrate commitment to company values.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English