Safety Supervisor

Safety Supervisor

Onsite - Direct Hire

Salary: $80-85k

In coordination with the Human Resources/Safety Manager, the Safety Supervisor is responsible for the prevention of accidents, incidents and events that harm people, property or the environment. This position studies products, systems, operations and activities to identify hazards, evaluates the hazards to identify what risks might occur and the severity of results, risks and costs. The Safety Supervisor also identifies what controls are appropriate and their costs and effectiveness.

· Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. As noted below, other duties may be assigned.

· Conducts Project Hazard Analysis with the help of the Operations Managers and Field Supervisors, prior to the project start date. The PHA will act as the Safety Blueprint for the project and will be re-visited throughout the project to ensure that it remains salient.

· Conducts job site safety inspections. Issues a report that will go to the Operations Manager and the Human Resources/Safety Manager.

· Maintains training record for employee equipment training, schedules classes for equipment training, administers classes for all equipment (such as fork lifts, loaders, backhoes, skid-steer loaders, etc.) and either follows up with field test or receives field test information from foreman and then records the fact that the employee is duly certified to operate a particular piece of equipment.

· Develops, implements, and evaluates, with guidance from the Human Resources/Safety Manager and Chief Executive Officer, programs and procedures to ensure safety.

Monitors and controls company's safety standards in accordance with OSHA and state regulations.

· Develops and implements a program and system to track and evaluate worker injuries.

· Investigates accidents to minimize recurrence and prepares accident reports.

· Evaluates human activities working with equipment to identify hazards.

· Tours job sites to inspect, identify and correct potential hazards; and to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

· Conducts or coordinates safety and first aid training to educate workers about safety policies, laws, and practices.

Other Duties

· Oversight of EPA regulations, applications and testing

· Oversight and Coordination of Incentive Program

· Maintenance of Safety Supplies

· Other Duties as assigned

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

· Analytical - Analyses complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason.

· Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

· Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

· Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

· Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.

· Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Upholds organizational values.

· Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Benefits organization through outside activities.

· Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.

· Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

· Initiative - Undertakes self-development activities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

· Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

· Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

· Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.

· Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.

· Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

· Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Safety Certification Preferred.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Accounting software; Human Resource systems and Database software.

Certificates and Licenses:

Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and sit. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance;

stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including, but not limited to: heat, rain, sleet, and snow. The employee is occasionally exposed to electrical hazards. A lot of driving is required.