Site Safety Specialist-Dickinson

Primary Scope

The Site Safety Specialist will be based out of Dickinson, North Dakota and supports the general area of (ND/MT/SD/WY), in the general industry and mining operations by ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting inspections and training, and working closely with employees and management to maintain a safe, productive, and compliant workplace.

Primary Duties

• Conduct daily/weekly site inspections and document hazards.
• Lead Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), or risk assessments.
• Manage permits (hot work, confined space, excavation, blasting, lifting plans, etc.).
• Evaluate high-risk tasks such as confined space entry, energized work, excavation, blasting, heavy equipment operations, and working at heights.
• Recommend controls following the hierarchy of controls.
• Conduct safety inspections or audits; incident investigations; and equipment inspections to mitigate risk.
• Partner with the project managers and site foreman to interpret, evaluate, and provide technical guidance on project safety requirements, incident investigation, and implement corrective action measures.
• Develop and conduct onsite worker training on safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring of all needed Site Risk Assessments, and use of safety equipment at job site locations.
• Implement site-specific safety plans (SSSP), mine safety programs, emergency response plans, and hazard communication (HazCom) programs.
• Monitor contractor compliance with project and Mine safety requirements.
• May deliver required training (e.g., new hire orientation, equipment operation, hazard recognition, PPE, lockout/tagout, fall protection, and site-specific mining training) and Contractor Site Specific trainings.
• Conduct toolbox talks, pre-shift safety meetings, and refresher sessions.
• Verify worker qualifications, permits, and task training.
• Monitor compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, MSHA, NFPA, ICC, EPA, and DOT regulations in accordance with statutory and contractual requirements.
• Administer and manage the substance abuse testing and occupational health programs for the organization.
• Compile, analyze, and report statistical data related to occupational illnesses and incidents as required.
• Monitor atmospheric hazards, dust levels, noise exposure, and ventilation in mining areas.
• Assist with detailed incident investigations and root cause analysis, compliance reviews, general risk assessments and other employee health and wellness evaluations, to support health, safety and environmental management initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture through coaching and one-on-one interactions.
• Encourage hazard reporting and Stop Work Obligation.
• Participate in safety committees, audits, and leadership safety walks.
• Assists Reginal Safety Manager with data and statistics, coordinating and scheduling site visits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 6 years of experience in 1910 general industry, part 46 or part 48 mining, or 1926 construction safety professional experience in heavy construction.
• Current OSHA 30-hour in construction certification, Fisher will provide training if needed.
• Current First aid CPR, Fisher will provide training if needed.
• Current competent person training in; fall protection, excavation, confined space and lockout/tagout, Fisher will provide training if needed.
• Must meet EM 385-1-1 SSHO certification, Fisher will provide training if needed.
• Proficient in MS Office, Bluebeam.
• Must have ability to wear full construction PPE to include fall arrest harnesses or respirators.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy.
• Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat above 100 degrees, cold, and rain.
• To pass a pre-employment drug test and government background check.
• Extensive Travel Is Required.
• Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing.
• If you require an accommodation with applying, please email hrdept@fisherind.com or call the HR Department at (701) 456-9184 to request accommodations.
• This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.