Senior Site Safety & Health. Specialist

Job ID
129358
Job Type
Contract
Industry
Manufacturing
Location
Summersville, West Virginia, United States
Talascend is currently seeking a Senior Site Safety & Health Specialist for a contract opportunity located in Summerville, WV.


Description:
The Senior Site Safety & Health Specialist is responsible for leading and implementing project-specific safety policies and procedures, providing professional Safety & Health leadership to the project management team in a heavy construction environment. Candidate must have solar experience.
Responsibilities:
  • Administer Safety & Health programs on field construction projects to verify operations are executed as planned and conducted safely.
  • Manage the Site Safety & Health program deliverables as defined by the Corporate Safety & Health Department, addressing site-specific compliance concerns in a timely manner.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable Local, State, and Federal OSHA regulations.
  • Oversee Safety & Health programs to achieve and maintain a zero-incident goal.
  • Conduct health and safety performance reviews, assessments, and documentation to verify compliance.
  • Manage and resolve work stoppage actions when immediate danger to life and health arises.
  • Report work stoppage issues to project management and collaborate on prevention strategies.
  • Provide consultation on   Safety & Health policies and best practices.
  • Assess site Safety & Health issues and implement corrective actions based on policies, guidelines, and procedures.
  • Coordinate with the client Safety & Health Department for collaboration on preventative measures and compliance.
  • Lead project safety walk-through assessments, document findings, and ensure timely corrections.
  • Compile safety memos, assisting Site Management in promoting safety awareness and goals.
  • Conduct, validate, and document training on Safety & Health topics.
  • Review and recommend countermeasures for near-miss incidents, property damage, and accident reports.
  • Provide recommendations to Corporate Safety & Health regarding program challenges, objectives, and progress.
  • Complete Daily Field Safety & Health Reports and maintain all required safety records in an audit-ready state.
  • Travel to various project site locations as needed.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned, ensuring compliance with all policies and standards.
Requirements:
  • Education & Experience:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management with 7 years of experience in construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management. OR
    • Associate Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management with 9 years of experience. OR
    • High School Diploma/GED with 11 years of experience.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA Construction and General Industry Regulations, ANSI, NIOSH, Army Corps of Engineers Manual 385-1, and NEC Standards.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Flexibility to work various schedules at the project site location.
  • Must meet company standards for vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training Course required.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

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Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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