Safety Engineer

Hermanson Company • Missouri, MO

6d • $100,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Engineer’s role is to work with the Team Safety to help us minimize the risk of job-related accidents, monitor operations to eliminate hazardous activities and develop policies to promote occupational health and safety awareness. Hermanson Company believes that safety is not a requirement but an integral part of their culture, focusing on the well-being of their people and their families. They are committed to ensuring safe working environments and pursue an active, comprehensive accident prevention policy in all operations, collaborating with General Contractors to achieve Zero Incident worksites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, related field, 4 years of safety experience in the construction industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification to teach OSHA 10/30, forklift certification, first aid/CPR and respiratory fitting is required and must be maintained.
• 2 years experience in Safety.
• Ability to provide leadership and inspire exceptional cooperation from Foremen and crews.
• Strong presentation skills to speak effectively before small and large groups.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Physically able to negotiate difficult job site conditions, including climbing stairs, riding lifts, and working in various environmental conditions.
• Capable of obtaining customer and general contractor approval to walk job sites.
• Willing to travel to different job sites daily or multiple sites per day.
• Ability to support field personnel and customers on projects.
• Flexibility on hours and location of work dependent on project requirements and supervisor determination.
• Ability to walk and maintain balance over rough, icy, or muddy ground, climb stairs and ladders, work safely at heights, and work effectively exposed to weather for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate leaders and individuals to have a "Safety Attitude for Life."
• Investigate all accidents, incidents, and "near misses" and manage the accident investigation process.
• Investigate accidents and injuries to determine causes and preventability.
• Interview customers, managers, and employees to understand work environments and incidents.
• Evaluate corrective actions taken to remedy incidents.
• Work with customers to resolve safety matters.
• Manage open injury claims and oversee the back-to-work program for light duty and "kept on salary" employees, coordinating with the Safety Manager and retro group manager.
• Assist Foremen and provide monthly feedback to Hermanson management on accident-related activities, root causes, costs, and prevention.
• Tour jobsites and shops with Foremen, Superintendents, and Project Managers to identify hazards, unsafe habits, and intervene in unsafe activities.
• Conduct new hire orientation, site-specific safety training, and organize/conduct crew training (e.g., forklift, aerial lift, fall protection, trenching, confined space).
• Develop site-specific safety manuals, fall protection work plans, and job hazard analyses.
• Assist the Safety Manager in maintaining and updating the company’s accident prevention program.
• Develop procedures and systems to protect people and property.
• Conduct weekly job-site audits, identify and correct hazards, document safety visits, and administer drug tests.
• Review plans and specifications for new machinery and equipment to ensure safety compliance.
• Review employee safety programs and recommend improvements.
• Ensure Foremen comply with DOSH safety and health regulations, complete Pre-Task Planning, and follow the Accident Prevention Program.
• Attend monthly safety committee meetings and ensure weekly safety meetings are conducted on job sites.
• Compile records related to safety and health for company-wide information gathering.
• Make necessary updates and additions in accordance with Washington State Laws regarding worker safety, property protection, motor vehicle safety, and public/customer safety, staying abreast of legal changes.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
• Medical, prescription, dental & vision coverage with zero to low weekly premiums
• 401(k) with discretionary company match
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick time, and paid holidays)
• Disability income protection
• Life insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Optional added protection with critical illness and accident plans
• Career growth & development opportunities
• In-house training programs
• Certificate & tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level