Board of Certified Safety Professionals
Safety Manager
Board of Certified Safety Professionals, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600
About Us:
Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc. is a General Contractor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. HRC has been in business since 1983, primarily performing projects of varying scope in industrial environments such as Newport News Shipbuilding, the largest shipbuilding organization in the world.
Description:
The Safety Manager position provides support for the development and implementation of Hampton Roads Contracting's Safety Management Program addressing workplace and occupational health and safety risks at project sites. This position plays a key role in supporting the ongoing implementation and maintenance of the safety and health programs focused on protecting workers from physical hazards and exposures to hazardous materials. This position serves as a resource to employees, consultants, and contractors in order to ensure safe work practices in the workplace.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Safety Director and Project Management, Superintendent, General Foreman, and Foreman in providing a safe work site for HRC employees. Essential functions include but are not limited to:
Perform job site safety audits (Predominate job responsibility).
Assist project teams in investigations of safety and health incidents and near misses; identify the root cause and follow up on corrective actions.
Attend the pre-construction conference, pre-work meetings including preparatory meetings, and periodic in-progress meetings.
Prepare and review specifications and orders for the purchase of safety equipment, ensuring that proper features are present and that items conform to health and safety standards.
Assist in coordinating and conducting safety training.
Assist in injury management (i.e., Return to work).
Test workplaces for environmental hazards such as exposure to chemical and biological hazards and excessive noise.
Manage and maintain employee safety documentation.
Document non-compliance or hazardous conditions found and the remedial action taken.
Maintain storage areas, consumable supply inventories, and personal protection equipment.
Assist in maintaining all Safety and Safety Training records.
Review all safety programs and site-specific safety plans of subcontractors for completeness and applicability for the prescribed scope of work.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings/training.
Maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to the area of assignment; ensure processes, policies, and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively.
Ensure compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, agency policies and procedures, rules, and regulations.
Other duties as assigned by the Safety Director.
Experience & Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor’s degree in safety or related field from an accredited institution OR equivalent experience as a safety professional in the construction industry.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate company vehicles.
Ability to recognize hazardous situations and make independent judgments in the field concerning the safety of employees.
Team player with a professional image.
Ability to handle confidential information professionally and in compliance with all applicable laws.
Exercise excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment that may require long hours, including weekends.
Demonstrate technical and analytical problem-solving skills.
Strong time management, prioritization, detail orientation, and organizational skills.
Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Preferred
2-5 years of construction safety experience in industrial construction.
OSHA 30 Hour in Construction.
COSS/CHST/ASP/CSP Certified.
First aid/CPR/AED Certified.
What we offer:
Competitive pay
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
Life and Disability Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Program & Profit Sharing
Paid Holidays
Flexible Time Off
Career development opportunities
Must have a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass a background check. Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc. is a General Contractor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. HRC has been in business since 1983, primarily performing projects of varying scope in industrial environments such as Newport News Shipbuilding, the largest shipbuilding organization in the world.
Description:
The Safety Manager position provides support for the development and implementation of Hampton Roads Contracting's Safety Management Program addressing workplace and occupational health and safety risks at project sites. This position plays a key role in supporting the ongoing implementation and maintenance of the safety and health programs focused on protecting workers from physical hazards and exposures to hazardous materials. This position serves as a resource to employees, consultants, and contractors in order to ensure safe work practices in the workplace.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Safety Director and Project Management, Superintendent, General Foreman, and Foreman in providing a safe work site for HRC employees. Essential functions include but are not limited to:
Perform job site safety audits (Predominate job responsibility).
Assist project teams in investigations of safety and health incidents and near misses; identify the root cause and follow up on corrective actions.
Attend the pre-construction conference, pre-work meetings including preparatory meetings, and periodic in-progress meetings.
Prepare and review specifications and orders for the purchase of safety equipment, ensuring that proper features are present and that items conform to health and safety standards.
Assist in coordinating and conducting safety training.
Assist in injury management (i.e., Return to work).
Test workplaces for environmental hazards such as exposure to chemical and biological hazards and excessive noise.
Manage and maintain employee safety documentation.
Document non-compliance or hazardous conditions found and the remedial action taken.
Maintain storage areas, consumable supply inventories, and personal protection equipment.
Assist in maintaining all Safety and Safety Training records.
Review all safety programs and site-specific safety plans of subcontractors for completeness and applicability for the prescribed scope of work.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings/training.
Maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to the area of assignment; ensure processes, policies, and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively.
Ensure compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, agency policies and procedures, rules, and regulations.
Other duties as assigned by the Safety Director.
Experience & Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor’s degree in safety or related field from an accredited institution OR equivalent experience as a safety professional in the construction industry.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate company vehicles.
Ability to recognize hazardous situations and make independent judgments in the field concerning the safety of employees.
Team player with a professional image.
Ability to handle confidential information professionally and in compliance with all applicable laws.
Exercise excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment that may require long hours, including weekends.
Demonstrate technical and analytical problem-solving skills.
Strong time management, prioritization, detail orientation, and organizational skills.
Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Preferred
2-5 years of construction safety experience in industrial construction.
OSHA 30 Hour in Construction.
COSS/CHST/ASP/CSP Certified.
First aid/CPR/AED Certified.
What we offer:
Competitive pay
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
Life and Disability Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Program & Profit Sharing
Paid Holidays
Flexible Time Off
Career development opportunities
Must have a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass a background check. Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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