Field Safety Coordinator

GRAPEVINE OPERATING COMPANY LLC•Bakersfield, CA

8d•$72,765 - $103,635•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator helps improve the overall safety of the refinery workplace. Their duties include assessing safety, enforcing safety standards and educating employees.

Requirements

Proficient knowledge of environmental regulations and policies
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations
Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment
Strong knowledge or CalOSHA
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
OSHA 30 Certification

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field preferred
2+ years previous experience in professional safety and/or occupational health role in large scale manufacturing or heavy industrial process environment such as petroleum / chemical industry

Responsibilities

Be present in the field; spend 80% of work time walking the field and 20% in the office
Actively participate in the OnCall program and rotation
Be an example of the safety culture and encourage others to follow (e.g., wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times)
Report all incidents, near misses, property damages, motor vehicles accidents and environmental hits immediately
Report first to the Health and Safety Advisor, if not available report to the Health and Safety Manager
Text messages are approved for low grade incidents. All other incidents must be reported by phone call
Enter the event into OnSpring immediately, keep all names and companies out of the report
When an incident occurs, make the proper notifications and find out as much as possible and enter the incident in OnSpring as soon as reasonably possible (remember to keep names/contractor names out of the initial report)
Attend tool box meetings/tailgates with contractors
If you see a hazard, notify the correct department to mitigate and follow-up as necessary
Review and audit permits and (Job Hazard Analysis) JHA’s, ask questions and give positive feedback
Conduct risk assessments as needed
Participate in project and turnaround safety committee meetings and audits
Observe, correct, coach and mentor on safe work practices
Inspect and log safety equipment to be in compliance
Conduct safety training for new hires and refresher training annually
Conduct LOTO, Confined Space and various safety audits using current Central Valley Renewable Fuels, LLC. (CVRF) policies and procedures, ensure employees/contractors are following safety policies and protocols
Regularly communicate with Operations
Remain current on facility policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with both CVRF policy and procedures and CalOSHA regulations
File permits as needed
Investigate incidents, report findings using root cause analysis
Review open investigations that are assigned in OnSpring, close incidents after review and management sign off
Participate as needed in the CVRF Safety Committee
Complete Computer-Based Training in a timely manner
Enter work orders in Maximo
Perform other related duties as assigned