What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Tech II position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
The Safety Technician will be responsible to perform daily inspections of various work areas including sea going vessels, piers, docks and buildings. Document inspection. Communicate safety & health findings with subcontractors and customers on a daily basis. Ensuring compliance with safety / health regulations, company policies and procedures, consensus standards, and customer requirements. Identifying and facilitating corrections of potential hazards, hazards and infractions, or ceasing operations until corrected. Areas of concern: life and safety codes, safe work practices, personal protective equipment usage, walking & working surfaces, hot work, slips, trips, fall protections, fire prevention, housekeeping, confined and enclosed space entry, hazard communication standards and Global Harmonizing System, electrical safety, portable power usage, machine guarding, etc.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum required education: High diploma/GED
Required certifications: Current OSHA Maritime 10 Hour training, 24 Hour and annual 8 hour update for Shipyard Competent Person training.
Two years experience as a safety technician or inspector required.
Candidate must have the ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, management, customers, subcontractors and regulatory agencies. Ability to provide training to groups of various sizes.
Perform evaluation and testing in various environments including but not limited to noise, illumination, atmospheric conditions (confined spaces), ensuring proper working environments are established and maintained.
Knowledge and skills of computer use and programs using Microsoft Office programs Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Populate and maintain department data bases, archiving, report writing, maintaining files, etc. Capable to work in a variety of physically demanding environments and weather conditions. Including climbing, bending, crawling, working at heights, inside of enclosed and confined spaces, heat, rain, wind, etc.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
OSHA Maritime Safety Training (10/30 hour) - provided if not certified.
Prefer maritime experience, but not required.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.
