Description :
Our client is searching for an experienced Division Safety Manager to oversee multiple construction projects throughout Southern CA. The work environment is fast-paced and dynamic. Successful candidates have demonstrated strength managing safety programs and mentoring multiple safety employees.
Candidates must be OSHA certified and posess a Bachelors in Occupational Safety.
This position will require approximately up to 75% travel throughout the division area.
***** Please, only qualified candidates should apply *****
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Position Summary:
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Implements and interprets the safety program for multiple business units as specified by Corporate policy and Federal/State regulations and guidelines. Supervises and mentors Field Safety Managers.
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Responsibilities:
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The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.
* Trains project management to become self-sufficient in areas of health and safety.
* Coordinates Safety and Training programs within the Division for supervisors and managers.
* Coordinates Safety Training needs for employees based on an evaluation of losses, legal requirements, and Corporate direction.
* Conducts and documents division safety audits to ensure compliance with company policies, standards and regulatory requirements. Tracks recommendations until completed.
* Assists Division Management achieving Division's goals and objectives.
* Reviews Compliance Audits and follows-up with division management to ensure Corrective Action Plans (CAPS) are completed.
* Ensures projects meet all Safety and Regulatory Policies prescribed by the company Policy and Control Manual, Corporate Safety Manual and Governmental Regulatory Agencies (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc).
* Responds to and facilitates the investigation of all-major accidents and injuries.
* Ensures projects have effective accident investigation and corrective action programs.
* Reviews accident data and communicates accident trends to division and Corporate management.
* Assists division management in obtaining accident reduction goals.
* Monitors drug and alcohol program to ensure compliance with company policies.
* Maintains current professional designations and certifications through continuing education and/or training.
* Ensures prompt reporting of new insurance claims.
* Coordinates and facilitates the integration of personnel, compliance files and training of new employees as a result of company acquisitions.
* Assists project management in maintaining safety incentive and awareness programs.
* Conducts monthly accident review with Project Managers.
* Periodically attends project's monthly safety meetings to evaluate and assist local management.
* Other job-related duties as assigned.
---------- Knowledge, Skill, Abilities: ----------
* Strong organizational skills required.
* Strong oral and written communication skills required.
* Thorough knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations required.
* Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks.
* Must be able to complete projects and assignments with minimal supervision.
* Strong motivational, coaching, and teaching skills
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Required:
* Bachelors degree in Safety, Occupational Health or related field preferred.
* Minimum five years related safety experience required.
* One year training experience required.
* Experience in the contruction industry.
* OSHA certification.
* Thorough knowledge of DOT regulations.
Preferred:
* Masters degree.
* CSP certification
--------- Representative Machines, Tools, Equipment and/or Software Used: ----------
The following machines, tools, equipment and/or software are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. Actual machines, tools, equipment and/or software used will vary.
* Office equipment including, but not limited to, computer, phone, fax machine, copier and calculator.
* MS Office including Word and Excel.
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Typical Physical Requirements:
Physical and visual activities listed are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. "Commonly associated" is not intended to mean always or only. There may be different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.
* Ability to organize various office systems through adjusting, connecting, lifting, pulling, pushing, bending or folding for the purpose of proper records development and/or management.
Environmental/Atmospheric Working Conditions:
* Usual office environment
* Ability to travel by air/car a minimum of 70% of the time, possibly requiring overnight stays.
* Field site visits.
