Field Safety Representative

WSP•Meridian, ID

8h•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Field Safety Representative/Inspector for its Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector on a project site in Louisiana. This role involves providing safety inspection support, technical guidance, and oversight to ensure construction compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codified requirements. The position entails performing and overseeing field safety inspections on multi-site/phase construction projects and generating reports on equipment, construction, materials, integration, and operation specifications. The Field Safety Representative is responsible for creating, implementing, and enforcing day-to-day safety policies, leading safety efforts, managing reporting requirements, and ensuring occupational safety for WSP Engineers. This role also involves participating in the development, management, oversight, recording, tracking, and reporting of safety associated with WSP field activities. The successful candidate will demonstrate full knowledge of safety methods, construction equipment, and materials, updated knowledge of safety methods and standards, a balanced approach to compliance and business needs, and a passion for occupational safety. They should be able to gain the trust of staff and management, possess a collaborative work style, and stay current with inspection and construction knowledge. The role requires responsible and ethical decision-making and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
Minimum of 9 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior safety inspection experience.
Essential professional licensure/certification(s). Safety Credential (e.g., CSP, CHST, CSHM, CIH, BS, MS, MPH)
Certification in related occupational safety field (e.g., OSHA 500/501, 10/30/10 ET&D).
Valid state driver’s license.
Safety experience associated with field environmental hazards and work activity (e.g., dense vegetation, bugs/ticks, extreme weather, working alone, working near/over water, etc.)
Certification in related occupational safety field (e.g., OSHA 500/501, 10/30/10 ET&D).
Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Well-defined knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
Well-defined knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
Competent critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results, data collation, load calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
Ability to direct others in the field such as subcontractors and junior-level staff to consistently complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicating known job site hazards to WSP employees, contractors, and site client/owner/operator.
Reporting safety discrepancies/deficiencies through periodic/random observations, safety evaluations, inspections, and audits of field staff & activities.
Generate and review Job Hazard Analyses, Tailboard Reports.
Reviewing contract requirements related to safety and health with the construction contractor and their subcontractors' designated representatives; including, but not limited to, rules and procedures, PPE, allowable working hours, and special work permits or specialized work procedures.
Informing the subcontractors designated representatives of the emergency response plan requirements respective to the job site.
Maintaining records to demonstrate program compliance.
Verifying new WSP employees and all others receive a site orientation prior to working.
Providing technical input into accident, injury, and property damage/loss investigations and providing details to the client and WSP management.
Approve, order, review, maintain, and distribute PPE where needed.
Assist with client safety questionnaires, audits, and surveys.
Receive and carry out safety directives from corporate safety management.
Attend regular meetings between corporate and division safety leadership.
Lead and coordinate accident/incident investigations with corporate safety management.
Maintain safety certifications.
Respond to field safety questions, concerns, and directives.
Submit periodic safety audits, reports, metrics, evaluations, and inspections for corporate safety review.