Area HSE Specialist
About The Position
The Area HSE Specialist assists with the overall supervision and administration of safety for Business Unit projects, helping maintain a safe and healthy work environment for employees. The role oversees project safety efforts in the assigned area to prevent accidents and injuries and communicates safety conditions to the HSE Manager and Business Unit supervisors. It also involves exercising discretion and independent judgment on significant matters, performing work related to business operations, and regularly interacting with area Operational counterparts about trends and work activity. The position requires travel to job sites and office locations 50–75% of the time.
Requirements
- Recognized safety certification.
- Five years of previous construction experience.
- One year of previous experience as an on-site safety person.
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Trainer qualifications.
- Specific mobile equipment trainer qualifications.
- Working knowledge of government regulations, hazard control methods, and industrial hygiene.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct training and influence organizational behavior.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
- Ability to multitask and perform duties outside the scope of work when necessary.
Nice To Haves
- BCSP certification(s): CSP, ASP, GSP, OHST, or CHST.
Responsibilities
- Participate in developing and conducting field safety orientation training.
- Inspect machinery, equipment, and working conditions daily for regulatory compliance and safe work practices.
- Observe workers to verify appropriate use of prescribed safety equipment, including glasses, helmets, goggles, respirators, gloves, and clothing.
- Inspect designated areas for fire-prevention equipment, first-aid supplies, and other safety devices.
- Test work areas for hazard exposures, including noise and toxic exposures, using associated testing equipment.
- Prepare reports of findings and recommend corrective actions.
- Investigate accidents according to program procedures to establish root causes and recommend preventive safety measures.
- Document accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions, and unsafe behavior.
- Assist in developing standardized job safety analyses (JSAs), the corporate safety and health management program (SHMP), and project-specific safety plans (PSSPs).
- Conduct weekly safety meetings to instruct workers on company and project safety practices and requirements.
- Demonstrate equipment use and conduct safety training.
- Perform work directly related to management or general business operations of the employer or its customers.
- Exercise discretion and independent judgment on significant matters within the assigned area of responsibility.
- Regularly interact with area Operational counterparts regarding trends and work activity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
