Safety Manager - Bilingual

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Safety Manager to join our Bay Area team. This role is vital in ensuring a safe and compliant workplace, while fostering a culture of care and accountability across all job sites. This position will require frequent daily travel within the Bay Area market which includes San Jose, Palo Alto, and Hayward.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations
• Handles Workers Compensation claims, writes reports and submits to the insurance carrier
• Writes automobile accident reports, consults with management for disposition and/or referral to the insurance carrier and compiles and submits accident reports required by regulatory agencies
• Maintains constant contact with the adjusters to manage and control Workers Compensation claims and automobile claims
• Maintains an Accident Log and remits monthly reports to Corporate and Branch management
• Plans and implements programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment, and other materials
• Conducts safety training classes and new hire orientation to company employees
• Inspects organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented
• Provides information, signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive attitude to keep employees safe and healthy
• Must be comfortable spending time in field and visiting job sites
• Early morning start - 5:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• MUST BE BILINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH
• High School diploma or GED
• 2+ years of related experience in Safety within the landscape or construction industry
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• Proficient in MS Office
• Strong time management skills

Benefits and Perks

• Healthcare benefit program & 401K match program
• 9 paid holidays per year with paid vacation & sick leave
• Company paid vehicle, cell phone, laptop
• Fun and fast-paced working environment with a great work-life balance
• Gothics company culture fosters growth, inspires longevity and rewards mutual loyalty

Pay

$85,000 - $97,000

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate frequent daily travel within the Bay Area market.