Safety Specialist

About the role:

Reporting to Site Supervisor you will:

• Collaborate with external partners and internal partners to address and resolve field safety issues while providing technical safety support and pipeline safety installation inspection tasks on a needed basis.
• Inspect area/regional construction projects and pipe installations, shadow pre-construction activities when applicable, damage prevention and work with contractor management/safety representatives in safe work execution.
• Conduct regular audits to support accurate compliance with Contractor Safety and Environmental expectations, according to the Contractor Safety and Environmental Manual. Conduct and/or participate in area safety assessments, inspections, observations, and quality reviews.
• Support the construction arm and contractors in the completion of incident investigation requirements to include incident reporting, investigation, management committee reviews, corrective action monitoring.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture in the workplace and provide support to construction personnel in the implementation of safety plans for individual projects and tasks.
• The supervisor frequently directs this position, the supervisor reviews work on a frequent basis, and you will frequently consult with the supervisor for Company or departmental vision clarifications.
• Collaborate with other staff in basic and intermediate functions of the specialty. Tasks may Include: Work with the Company Safety Advisors, Company Inspectors and Superintendent of Construction to identify project risks.
• Monitor compliance of the contractor safety plan and project specific safety plan by performing and documenting on-site audits. Schedule regular audits with Contractor personnel and on in-progress construction jobs.
• Work with Contractor Safety Lead to avoid on-site hazards and implement safe work practices.
• Work with team members to strengthen safe work practices. Support and ensure the Contractor follows the requirements of the project-specific safety plan and all company policies and regulatory requirements while working with them.
• Advise inspectors regarding the contractor safety plan and company policies.
• Communicate Safety goals to Contractors field staff.
• Verify project safety meetings are adequate and held as scheduled.
• Ensure all safety plans and programs are updated according to changes in regulations or policy.

Qualifications:

• OSHA 30 hour
• Competent person (excavation) from an accredited learning organization
• First Aid / CPR trained and qualified
• 5 years Health & Safety work experience OR degree in safety and three (3) years of relevant Health & Safety work experience dependently in a setting
• Experience using defined processes for managing Health & Safety risks
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Certified
• Pipeline or facilities construction experience
• Valid Drivers License

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

• Competitive pay to all of our employees
• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Pay:

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $25 - $30.