HSE Safety Specialist

AMECO•Harrison, OH

14h•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking an experienced, self-starter, goal oriented, candidate to fill the role of HSE Safety Specialist working in our Harrison, Ohio facility. This position supports the Ameco site and personnel with safety inspections, compliance program implementation, project planning, employee training, and other safety and health services. This individual must possess a high level of organization and time management skills. He or she must be able to effectively communicate with various audiences as well as people at different levels within the organization. This individual reports directly to the Senior HSE Manager. Other areas of focus would include engaging in out-reach programs within the community that support the goal to be inclusive and our desire to improve the communities in which we live and work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or related field plus 1 – 3 years of industry and/or construction experience OR 5 – 7 years of equivalent work experience.
OSHA 30 hr. certification
Technical working knowledge of OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations
Practical experience in employee safety and equipment competency training
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient in MS-Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Possess all auditory, speaking and communicating capabilities
Physical requirements: sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 25lbs., seeing and reading

Responsibilities

Lead Safety
Champion Ameco’s Begin-End Safe Onsite culture
Understand operations schedule for risk planning
Ensure effective understanding, communication and consistent reinforcement of both site and Ameco safety expectations and objectives
Project Communications & Engagement
Develop & Manage relationships at all levels including projects/craft, shop, site leadership and Ameco corporate
Ensure to develop and cultivate relationships external to Ameco, including subcontractors, regulatory entities, medical service providers and other appropriate venders.
Attend /Participate in Industry/Regulatory Trade Groups
Trend and Benchmark Safety Performance – Monitor/Review internal reporting requirements
Develop Action Plans for Safety Performance
Participate and provide guidance in HSE related Safety Committees
Consistent presence on shop floors – Timely response to questions or issues
Lead/ Participate in the morning STA review
Ensure consistent communication and timely delivery on internal projects & tasks
Worksite Management
Work with Site Management teams on job site safety planning, including but not limited to the following:
Maintains site-wide HSE programs and policies
Participates in assigned or required safety meetings
Coordinate and/or administers safety orientations for new personnel
Assures timely investigations, inspections, and reporting of HSE matters within the area assigned
Weekly site safety inspections, trend identification and correction
Maintains records, reports, and documents to meet company or regulatory requirements.
Complete Site Walks - Enter Observations
Ensure understanding of site needs by individual engagement of project staff
Lead comprehensive incident investigations of incidents; obtains and protects collected data.
Training
Development and implementation of safety programs:
Training programs focusing on the specific needs of a site
Monthly New Hire training, including Fall Protection and equipment training
Development of safety toolbox talks
Hazard Recognition tools & skill development
Mentor & assist site staff, co-ops, provide support during new hire onboarding
Compliance / Risk Management
Provide safety knowledge/expertise to ensure consistency in safety policies and procedures throughout project
Manage environmental issues. Conduct/Coordinate IH Monitoring for silica, noise, asbestos, lead, mold, etc.
Assist Ameco personnel in the development, revision and implementation of new or updated policies, procedures or task specific work instructions
Ensure proper risk assessment has been completed, risks defined and communicated to decision makers
Participate as or call upon internal SMEs for site aspects requiring task specific Consultation
Ensures emergency response systems, policies and procedures are in place to manage emergency situations
Communicates effectively with representatives of regulatory agencies/customers to resolve compliance issues and provide requested information
Provide data analysis & reports, regulatory interpretations & guidance on all safety and health policies and programs of critical importance to overall Ameco and site objectives.
Partner with the site staff to interpret, evaluate, and provide technical guidance on internal safety requirements, accident investigation, and implementing corrective action measures
Administrative functions including but not limited to:
Completion of paperwork, associated with safety inspections, permits, accident/incident follow-up, OSHA inspections, employee training, safety orientations