Safety & Health Specialist II

About the Role

The position is responsible for collaborating in the administration of the Company’s Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) and the corresponding regulations that relate to the safety of our work, for an assigned location in a manner consistent with the code of conduct.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, medical/testing facilities to ensure effective working relationships.
• Promote engagement with the company safety program and local incident prevention efforts to foster involvement and reduce at-risk behaviors.
• Assist in the implementation of safety-related programs to ensure strategic goals are met.
• Perform and document inspections, observations, and audits to reduce incidents and ensure the health and well-being of our employees.
• Assist in the preparation and performance of safety meetings and training programs to improve knowledge and understanding of hazards and risks relative to work performed.
• Engage in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to assist in ensuring compliance and protecting Company interests.
• Assist in the development and review of job hazard analysis to ensure successful completion of work through identification of hazards and control measures.
• Assist in the investigation and communication of near misses, incidents, and claims to ensure that Company interests are preserved.
• Perform periodic checks to ensure plans, corrective actions, and deficiencies are corrected and documented in a timely fashion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or related field, preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in construction or applicable industry with safety-related responsibilities required.

Skills

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal safety and health regulations.
• Demonstrate good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, follow-through, and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a high-production environment and respond swiftly.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Motivated self-starter.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Travel may be required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to operate a computer keyboard.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and must have the ability to work at height, in enclosed or confined spaces, and climb stairs and ladders in a construction/plant environment.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Subject to outside working conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

At Granite, we offer a broad benefits package that includes:

• Paid holidays and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending plans (HSA or FSA).
• Special programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness.
• Two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including one where 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents.
• 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.

Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Pay

Base Salary Range: $76,685.00 - $115,029.00. Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers.