Safety & Health Administrator - Combined Cycle - GA

Black & Veatch Family of Companies • Newnan, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level, project-only position with Overland Contracting, a Black & Veatch company. The Safety & Health Administrator assists in administering the company's safety and health procedures and may perform first aid and routine, less complex safety tasks. The role supports construction crews and project safety programs, conducts site inspections and training, maintains safety documentation, and serves as an on-site first-aid and medical provider. The position is safety-sensitive and operates in both construction-site and office environments.

Requirements

• Complete applicable pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/civil background checks, a drug screen, and a motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move, and walk long distances in confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
• Ability to see and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with the job duties.
• Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls according to a set procedure, and to perform repetitive movements.
• May be required to work above 5 feet in height and climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
• Ability to work shifts of up to 12 hours performing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and outdoor conditions.

Nice To Haves

• One year of safety-related experience.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• One or more of the following certifications: STS or STS-C, NCCER Field Safety, OSHA 30-Hour, or First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support safety-related processes and programs as requested, engaging with the work team to help achieve zero injuries and using stop-work authority when necessary.
• Support crews with daily pre-job safety planning and identify, correct, or mitigate workplace hazards.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to safety hazards and warning devices.
• Understand, train, support, implement, and follow lockout/tagout procedures.
• Follow safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Communicate effectively, evaluate employee suggestions and safety concerns, and develop and implement appropriate action plans.
• Consult with the supervisor and, if needed, Human Resources on issues.
• Perform drug and alcohol screens in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Conduct employee safety and health training and assist with onboarding new professionals as needed.
• Conduct routine site safety, health, and environmental inspections.
• Supply, operate, maintain, and inspect personal protective equipment as needed.
• Assist with accident investigations and learn to perform and lead investigations using applicable forms and processes.
• Consult with workers, as directed, on applying safety principles, practices, and techniques to mitigate risks.
• Perform documentation, record-keeping, and filing functions.
• Implement and support project programs and procedures, such as security and emergency action plans, with supervisor guidance.
• Act as the on-site first-aid and medical provider.
• Enter safety and health data into word-processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Communicate with the company's workers' compensation manager.
• Assist supervisors with teaching safety practices, policies, and procedures related to employees' assigned tasks when requested.
• Understand the project scope of work and the relevant project plans, specifications, and schedule.
• Conduct toolbox meetings and communicate safety concerns, work scope, plans, and schedules to crews.
• Observe installed equipment and systems to identify hazards and determine whether adjustments, relocation, or replacement is needed.
• Ensure construction equipment is operated correctly, maintained in good working order, and subject to daily equipment inspections.
• Comply with the Company Code of Conduct and jobsite policies.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• Company-matched 401(k) plan.
• Adoption reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vendor discounts.
• Employment referral program.
• AD&D insurance.
• Pre-tax accounts.
• Voluntary legal plan.
• B&V Credit Union.
• Potential eligibility for a performance-based bonus program.
• Employee stock ownership and participation in the financial rewards of company success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed