Safety Manager

General Summary

Working under the guidance of our Director of Risk, Safety & Health, the Safety Manager is expected to conduct on-site field safety inspections, project safety audits, safety talks, and train project employees in various safety and OSHA related topics, across the infrastructure services division.

Major Functions of the Job

• Assists in reducing and eliminating accident hazards and frequencies to keep workers and the public safe from harm.
• Lead and coordinate required safety training.
• Perform safety inspections and audits in the field.
• Assist with client safety meetings and reporting.
• Develop safety reports, monitor trends, and special programs to identify and eliminate risk factors.
• Research latest industry standards for workplace safety and methods to predict and prevent hazards.
• Implement company initiatives to lower insurance premiums and workers' compensation payments.
• Become familiar with current State and Federal occupational health and safety laws.
• Inform Safety Director of areas not in compliance with State and Federal laws or employer policies.
• Evaluate and uncover patterns in injury data.
• Assists in the administration of division safety rules and instructions.
• Present project status to Regional Manager and Safety Director.

Minor Functions of the Job

• Be a dependable and productive team player with minimal direct oversight.
• Show initiative; seek out work and get the job done without being told.
• Provide assistance to projects, regional management and support staff as necessary.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and other team members.
• Ensure maintenance of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all potentially hazardous chemicals and materials used.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Moderate lifting; up to 50 pounds.
• Dexterity to write and manipulate computer, keyboard, mouse, and smart phone.
• Ability to hear and speak clearly.
• Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend and reach.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to energize and influence at the leadership level.
• Strong interpersonal skills including facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Works well with a variety of individuals.
• Willing and able to travel for work when needed.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, set, and execute work plans.
• Solid analytical, organizational, prioritization and project management skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills, oral and written skills.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate a message in a clear and precise manner.
• Dependable and highly organized with business maturity, discretion, enthusiasm, and positive attitude.
• Is capable of establishing and nurturing longstanding relationships with industry professionals.
• Adapts well to shifting situations and variable environments.