Safety and Training Advisor

Quanta Services•Vacaville, CA

About The Position

Safety and Training Advisors provide safety support, leadership, and technical expertise on assigned projects. Safety and Training Advisors coordinate efforts to ensure compliance with site-specific safety plans, corporate safety plans and policies, project requirements, and all Federal, State, and local requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or AA/BA Degree in a Safety-related major
Prior heavy construction experience preferred
1-5 years of safety-related experience
Knowledge of and ability to enforce all federal, state, local, and Company safety regulations/requirements
Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures
Knowledge of: PPE, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Scaffolding, Crane/Rigging, Hazardous Communication, Equipment Safety, Incident Investigation, Traffic Control, OQ Training
Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Proficiency in MS Office
Ability to work extended hours and weekends when necessary for business needs

Nice To Haves

Preferred Certificates—Occupational Safety, Osha500, First Aid, and CPR

Responsibilities

Ensures adequate safety oversight is always provided during construction operations
Ensures project-specific safety training is provided and all employees, including subcontractors, are aware of site-specific safety requirements, the contractor’s site-specific plans, and required Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations
Documents all safety violations or unsafe conditions/activities.
Ensures adequate, appropriate, and timely actions are taken to correct hazards once identified
Ensures attendance and participation at project safety meetings, including attendance of subcontractor safety personnel
Ensures all reporting is completed in a timely fashion
Collaborates with customers and outside agencies as required
Educates/trains employees in regulatory and company requirements
Conducts and/or participates in incident investigation
May accompany an injured employee for treatment and medical evaluation
Conducts environmental, health, and safety compliance audits to ensure compliance
Communicates constantly with all levels of project management and supervision as it relates to both good and bad safety practices that are observed.
Educates project personnel through “on-the-spot” training and Tailgate Meetings
Orients employees to the safety practices required by the Company and on the project
Other related duties and projects as assigned