Field Safety Manager - Traveling

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Director of Safety and Risk Management, assists in the planning, administration implementation and enforcement of the Company's Safety Programs to control risks and losses.
• Aids in the implementation of job-specific requirements relating to safety, hazard analysis and emergency action plans.
• Facilitates drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company, federal and state requirements.
• Conducts regular safety audits and inspections of assigned construction projects and other onsite personnel.
• Identifies hazardous conditions and reports findings to the Director of Safety.
• Ensures safety issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Facilitates safety and loss control training for supervisors, employees and subcontractors, as required by Company Policy, Outside Regulatory Agencies or Contract Specifications.
• Organizes and maintains required record keeping of site safety activities, employee training and certifications.
• Conducts accident / incident investigations as needed. Identifies root cause(s) and recommends corrective action measures.
• Ensures accident/incident reporting procedures and medical treatment/first aid plans are followed.
• Prepares and submits required reporting to the Director of Safety and Risk Management.
• Reports observations or violations to the Director of Safety and Risk Management for enforcement.
• Records hazards and personnel exposure occurrences as required.
• Provides understanding and interpretations of local, provincial and federal regulations and statutes relative to environmental safety, employee safety, and Workers' Compensation to ensure the Company's compliance.
• Aids in maintaining positive and productive relationships and communication with employees, outside agencies or organizations as appropriate.

Requirements

• Experience in Excavation and Trenching Safety a Must
• Confined Space Experience Required
• Thorough knowledge of 29 CFR 1926
• A history of developing effective Safety initiatives that reduce accidents/incidents and heighten Safety awareness among employees
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish is a preferred!
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
• Ability to travel to jobsites throughout the United States - up to 80% - 100%

Qualifications

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and salary requirement for consideration or apply online at www.sjlouis.com. EOE/M/W/VET/Disability/Drug-free/E-VERIFY Employer