Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) is a leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure for the Power, Communications, Oil & Gas Pipeline, and Gas Distribution markets throughout North America. Founded in 1923, H&M brings yesterday’s experience to the evolving infrastructure needs of today. We consistently rank in the top ten of Engineering News-Record’s Specialty Contractors and have been recognized with an E.I. DuPont Safety Excellence Award for our safety performance.

Responsibilities:

- Work in conjunction with the various Area Managers to effectively promote safety ownership to field management.

- Perform weekly, monthly and quarterly safety visits /inspection in accord with East Region Safety Action Plan.

- Provide assistance and technical expertise in implementation of all areas of the safety program.

- Provide training and mentorship on Daily Job Brief meetings and paperwork.

- Provide training and education of staff in safety philosophies and safe work practices.

- Deploy oversight processes which ensure the integrity of safety inspecting, training and reporting procedures.

- Participate in pre-bid and pre-construction phases of projects, focusing on safe work practices and equipment needed to successfully complete the scope of work.

- Lead development of Activity Hazard Analysis, Daily Job Briefings, Work Site Observation Reports and Safety Action Plans.

- Track and verify that corrective actions are completed in a timely manner. Review all incident reports to ensure corrective actions are completed. Take a pro-active role in investigating all OSHA recordables and High Loss Potential incidents.

- Assist in any other functions required by Corporate or Regional management.   Interface with Customers and vendors on safety related issues.

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree, accompanied by a CUSP certification (preferred)

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety-related staff and/or management roles

- Experience in power distribution is preferred

- Willingness and ability to travel occasionally

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Relevant safety certifications preferred, such as ASP, CSP, CHST, CUSA, OSHA 510, OSHA 500, etc.

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person