EHS Representative

CRH Americas • Irving, TX

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About The Position

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree of occupational safety/health preferred or equivalent combinations of training and related experience
• At least 1 - 2 years of constructions and/or industrial safety experience
• Safety Certifications: CHST, OHST, CSHO, etc. are highly desirable
• Thorough understanding and ability to enforce all federal, state, local and Company regulations
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement essential corrective measures
• Solid training/teaching experience
• Must be knowledgeable of Workers' Compensation laws
• High ethical standards
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support, etc.) to get things done
• Must be able to orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish a goal
• Able to use resources effectively and efficiently and arrange information in a useful manner
• Be able to be a strong voice in bringing the company's slogan of Safety First, Always to the forefront

Responsibilities

• Inspects machines and equipment for accident prevention devices
• Observes workers to determine use of prescribed safety equipment, such as glasses, hard hats, goggles, respirators and clothing
• Inspects specified areas for fire-prevention equipment and other safety and first-aid supplies
• Tests working areas for noise, toxic, and other hazards, using decibel meter, gas detector, and light meter
• Document all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions/activities
• Prepares report of findings with recommendations for corrective action/s
• Investigate accidents to ascertain causes for use in recommending preventive safety measures and developing safety program/s
• May demonstrate use of safety equipment
• Ensures compliance with occupational safety and health regulations
• Coordinates of Safety programs to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses
• Assist with Human Resources with the recruitment/orientation processes
• Additional assignments with the Safety Director's direction

Benefits

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree