Safety Specialist implements, manages and monitors safety programs, policies, and procedures that meet OSHA and other applicable requirements. Evaluates the organization's procedures, facilities and equipment by conducting inspections to identify unsafe conditions and to implement safeguards and solutions. Being a Safety Specialist ensures the organization complies with all current safety regulations and that all employees are aware of safety requirements and are prepared to follow safety procedures. Collects data and reports on all safety and accident events. Additionally, Safety Specialist may have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, resource conservation, or other safety related activities depending on the industry and location. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Safety Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Safety Specialist typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Title: Field Safety Specialist
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Environmental Health & Safety
Reports to: Manager, Field Safety & Health - North America
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
Responsible for recognizing and evaluating safety and environmental risks for field operations, and for implementing control measures that are designed to mitigate those risks resulting from human error and equipment operation. Serve as a safety and environment resource for field employees.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Safety Environmental Compliance
Safety Environmental Management
Behavioral Competencies:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Operations, Transportation Safety Administration, Occupational Health
Experience: 1-2 years relative safety experience. 3 years railroad knowledge and experience.
Other Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Licenses/Certifications: Obtain and Maintain railroad safety training and certifications
5 years combination of education and experience in safety management, railroad, or occupational health
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position is considered a safety sensitive role. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
REV: November 2023
About the Company:
Loram
The railway track maintenance industry is a business dominated by just a handful of highly specialized firms. One of the global leaders in the industry is Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. For over 60 years, Loram has been building track maintenance machinery, and through hard work and dedication, has become a leading supplier of railway maintenance equipment and related services. Loram's services include rail grinding, shoulder ballast cleaning and ditch cleaning programs. Loram's primary benefit to our customers is to provide preventative maintenance service and extend the life of railway tracks, resulting in a safer and more cost effective method of rail transportation. Loram is comprised of a fleet of over 100 highly sophisticated machines, designed and built by Loram, that operate on all types of railroads, passenger lines and transit systems throughout North America and around the globe. Loram's global footprint includes work in over 20 countries, including China, India, Australia, Brazil, Columbia, the United Kingdom, Germany and South Africa and India. Today, Loram is still a privately owned company and has grown to employ over 1000 employees around the world. Loram's headquarters are located in the beautiful Northwest suburbs of Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Company Size:
1,500 to 1,999 employees
Industry:
Transport and Storage - Materials
Founded:
1954
Website:
https://jobs.loram.com/
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