Head of Health and Safety

Job Description The Safety Manager will support the Health and Safety plan for the company and monitor risk associated with projects and company operations. Under the direction of the Corporate Safety Director, this role will plan, direct and implement the organization’s safety programs to ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment and all operations comply with all applicable federal, state, county and local safety-related regulations.

Remain current on federal, state, county, and local safety regulations. Provide and ensure compliance with all safety related information such as regulatory requirements, signs, labor posters, barriers, required trainings, and other materials necessary to educate personnel and prevent hazardous occurrences.
In partnership with jobsite supervision, plan, lead and participate in job site safety meetings.
Participate in pre-job safety meetings with subcontractors. Review all applicable documentation to ensure subcontractor safety documents and trainings are complete as required.
Perform frequent safety inspections on all jobsites to ensure safe procedures are in place and being followed.
Perform and oversee investigation of accidents, injuries, and unsafe working conditions to include interfacing with workers compensation claims, communication with injured workers and return to work strategies.
Train employees in the company safety policy and procedures. Ensure new employees receives safety instructions and training prior to beginning work.
Implement, inspect, and maintain job site paperwork such as toolbox talks, audits, accident investigations, Safety Data Sheets, and meeting minutes.
Provide recommendations and assistance to project managers, superintendents, field supervision and employees concerning jobsite hazards, employee training, new equipment, and materials.
Keep the Corporate Safety Committee and Branch Manager informed of all pertinent issues.
Maintain all required documentation and trainings in current EHS Software - Novara Flex.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by engaging in a partnership with clients, subcontractors, co-workers, and senior management.

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in site safety management or a similar role within Construction Industry..
In-depth knowledge of federal, state, county, and local safety regulations and standards.
Proven experience in conducting safety inspections, investigations, and employee training.
Experience with safety documentation and compliance procedures.
Certification in safety management (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) is preferred.
Strong construction industry safety experience with understanding of construction laws.
Strong understanding of database management, safety software and Microsoft suite.
In-depth technical knowledge of construction related OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations. Skilled at identifying and repairing defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment.
Effective communicator, generating professionally written material and delivering effective verbal presentations.

This job is fully in person, on site.

Dental insurance

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• HATZEL & BUEHLER provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HATZEL & BUEHLER complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. HATZEL & BUEHLER expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Americans with Disabilities Act