Safety representative

Job Summary : The Safety Representative (III) isresponsible for organizing, coordinating, and maintaining various Health, Safety, & Environmental (HSE) initiatives, including training programs and compliance measures.

The Safety Representative will be proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility within the organization.

Responsibilities :

• Manage and support HSE regulatory requirements as mandated by company and governmental agencies, including DOT regulations.
• Monitor workplaces and work activities to assure safe work procedures and practices are being followed.
• Develop and promote a culture that delivers safe workers and a safe work place.
• Implement accident prevention activities as directed or needed.
• Act as the technical resource in respective Operating area for HSE and DOT related issues.
• Conduct safety orientation and training in a timely, professional manner. Deliver quality presentations for large groups for extended periods.
• Conduct accident investigations on time, including documenting safety inspections, citing dangerous areas / procedures and recommending corrective procedures.
• Assist in injury / illness case management. Avoid injuries becoming OSHA recordable.
• Perform safety audits and provide reports. Serve as a catalyst to ensure compliance.
• Assist in HSE policy development and implementation.
• Assist Operating area management in executing safety responsibilities and in making safety efforts successful.
• Recommend safety improvement / accident prevention methods.
• Work with Operating area management to integrate HSE into daily work procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Safety Manager and Safety Director.

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelors’ degree in Safety a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in the utility field.
• Minimum of 4 years’ safety experience in the construction industry.
• CSP certification, CUSP certification a plus.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT and EPA laws and regulations.
• Current valid driver’s license.
• Able to travel regularly with overnights as needed. Flexibility to work additional hours / weekends as required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel & Power Point for training & presentation development.
• Proficiency in using various computer systems, software applications, to make / post / send training videos.

Last updated : 2024-06-20