Safety Engineer

Keeley Construction•St. Louis, MO

21h•Onsite

About The Position

At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive. Keeley Construction is looking to hire a Safety Engineer for our Civil Infrastructure Group. This individual must be willing to travel at 100%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial engineering, or a related field.
2 years of experience supporting similar responsibilities as listed above.
All candidates agree to complete an assessment for selection and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Support and administer comprehensive safety programs to create a safe working environment for all employees and contractors.
Enforce safety policies, procedures, and guidelines that align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Monitor and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations and standards, as well as company-specific safety policies.
Regularly review safety protocols and make necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
Identify and assess potential safety hazards and risks in the workplace.
Support development of strategies to mitigate or eliminate safety risks and prevent accidents or incidents.
Provide safety training to employees, contractors, and relevant personnel.
Promote a safety-conscious culture by conducting workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns.
Lead investigations into workplace accidents or incidents to determine causes and preventive measures.
Develop incident reports and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Conduct regular safety inspections of facilities, equipment, and work sites to identify and address safety deficiencies.
Ensure that safety standards are maintained, and corrective actions are taken as necessary.
Develop and update emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and first aid protocols.
Collaborate with emergency response teams and ensure readiness for potential disasters.
Collect and analyze safety-related data to identify trends, areas of improvement, and opportunities to enhance safety performance.
Prepare and present safety reports to senior management.
Assess the suitability of safety equipment and personal protective gear.
Recommend the procurement of appropriate safety gear and ensure its proper use.
Stay up to date with industry best practices and emerging safety technologies.
Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in safety processes and procedures.