Regional Safety Superintendent

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular job site inspections to identify and correct safety hazards.
• Conducts regular Job Behavior Observations (JBO’s) with major focus on:
  • The objectives of Safety Management
  • Observing and correcting unsafe acts and at-risk behavior
  • Evaluating General Foreperson knowledge of safety program
  • Identifying job site hazards
  • Evaluation of Crew Foreperson knowledge of their safety training responsibilities
  • Observing and reporting on proper work techniques in accordance with the Foreperson’s Manual and Region policy Manual
• Assist leadership and employees with hazard analysis and safety corrective actions.
• Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, ensuring proper documentation and reporting.
• Oversee the implementation of safety training programs and ensure compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with regional management to develop and execute safety initiatives that align with corporate goals.
• Provide technical expertise and support to field teams, ensuring adherence to best practices in workplace safety.
• Maintain accurate records of safety audits, training sessions, and incident reports.
• Participate in safety meetings and teleconferences to share insights and address concerns.
• Oversee the data collection, input and distribution of reports of statistical information gained from JBO reports
• Works with the regional office to monitor files for compliance with required documentation, as specified by corporate and region policy.
• Assists in the General Foreperson orientation process and mentoring program.
• Assists with the Incident Investigation process including:
  • Reviewing reports to ensure appropriate documentation is complete
  • Assuring the investigation identifies root causes
  • Aiding the Regional Manager with the assignment of recommendations to individuals, and that recommendations are completed within specified completion dates
  • Completing OSHA 300 logs as required
  • Assuring communications to Corporate Safety are completed
  • Completing ride-a longs with General Forepersons to assure they understand:
  • Compliance with Federal, State and local EHS regulations
  • How to conduct a safety visit
  • To conduct tailboards
  • Aiding the Regional Manager with the Vehicle Loss Prevention Program
  • Aiding the Regional Manager with the Safety Management Process
  • Monitoring and reviewing claims and participating in claims management process
  • Informing and communicating with Corporate Safety contact on initiatives, activities, questions, concerns, problem areas
  • Assists Manager in the establishment and implementation of regional safety goals
  • Advises Manager on health and safety related trends within the region
  • Keeps abreast of federal, state and local occupational health and safety regulations
  • Conducts and/or participates in audits of company sites for compliance with occupational health and safety programs
  • Provides safety coverage on emergency response work when requested by corporate and/or the Regional Manager
  • Participates in safety teleconference calls as scheduled
  • Participates in industrial safety conferences and benchmarks top performing organizations for program improvements
  • Supports the maintenance of EHS management information systems

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to adapt to changing conditions, priorities, and requirements, as well as the need to rapidly learn new skills.
• Capability to analyze safety data and implement strategic improvements.
• Robust knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Ability to interpret health and safety regulations.
• Ability to establish effective workgroups and foster strong team relationships with clients.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with an ability to create, communicate and deliver reports and/or presentations.

Education and Experience

• Experience in safety management within the construction or utility industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, or other equivalent technical fields.
• Equivalent experience will be considered.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.