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Safety & Health Spec/Advisor - Advanced Power Cycles - TN

Black & Veatch · Harriman, TN · 2 mo ago
ManagementFull-time

Location: Harriman, TN

About the role

This is a mid-level project position accountable for implementing and maintaining the Company's Safety and Health Procedures on a smaller, less complex project. Performs medium to high complexity tasks and may act as a supervisor to other safety and health professionals.

Responsibilities

  • Implements, administers, and maintains the project Drug and Alcohol Substance Abuse Program.
  • Develops and conducts employee safety and health training programs.
  • Conducts detailed site safety and health inspections.
  • Manages project security contracts, programs, and policies.
  • Performs record keeping and filing functions.
  • Conducts incident and injury/illness investigations.
  • Writes detailed injury/illness reports.
  • Completes all appropriate company safety and health program documents.
  • Interfaces with clients and government officials.
  • Manages construction contractor safety and health program administration.
  • Administers project worker's compensation programs and procedures.
  • May act as on-site first aid and medical provider.
  • Provides supervision, training, development, and performance management of direct reports.
  • Develops and implements safety and industrial hygiene in consulting plans and studies.
  • Analyzes data generated by Safety and Health studies and compiles reports including findings and recommendations for administrative, emergency, and PPE controls.
  • Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.
  • Acts as a project manager, managing a project team whose composition may vary by project.

Requirements

  • 2+ years in a construction environment.
  • 4+ years of safety and health experience.
  • Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (e.g., criminal/civil background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records search).

Preferred Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Safety and health certification.
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • First Aid, CPR, Drug testing certification, OSHA 500/501, Safety and Health Program Administration, or OSHA 10-hour certification.

Skills

  • Knowledge of safety and health standards and practices.
  • Knowledge of company substance abuse policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of worker's compensation policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of construction contracting strategies and contract administration.
  • Knowledge of company safety and health consultation capabilities.
  • Ability to perform first aid/medical functions.
  • Strong communication and report-writing skills.
  • Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software.
  • Human relations and conflict management skills.
  • Supervisory skills.
  • Ability to effectively interface with client and government officials.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move, and walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
  • Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with job duties.
  • Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls according to procedure.
  • Repetitive movement may be required.
  • May require work above 5 feet in height, including climbing and maintaining balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
  • Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and outdoor conditions.
  • Work in cramped spaces and awkward positions.
  • Exposure to very hot (above 90°F) or very cold (below 32°F) temperatures and inclement weather (dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.).
  • Exposure to extremely bright or low lighting conditions and loud or uncomfortable noise levels.
  • Work around hazardous equipment.
  • Typical office environment.
  • This position is considered safety-sensitive.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Disability and robust wellness program.
  • Flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
  • Company-matched 401k plan.
  • Adoption reimbursement and tuition reimbursement.
  • Vendor discounts and employment referral program.
  • AD&D insurance and voluntary legal plan.
  • B&V Credit Union.
  • Performance-based bonus program eligibility.
  • 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), empowering professionals to drive personal growth and share in financial rewards through stock ownership.

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