Safety & Health Specialist III

Granite Construction • Rayne, LA

3d

About The Position

The Safety & Health Specialist III supports administration of the Company’s Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) and applicable safety regulations for an assigned location, covering job sites in Tennessee, Louisiana, and Arkansas, in a manner consistent with the code of conduct. The role has an office in Rayne, Louisiana, with at least one day per week in the office, and requires approximately 5–7 overnight trips per month.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in construction or an applicable industry with safety-related responsibilities.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal safety and health regulations.
• Clean driving record and ability to drive company vehicles.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, follow-through, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a high-production environment and respond swiftly.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Motivated self-starter.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to walk on uneven ground at construction sites in all weather conditions while wearing required PPE.
• Ability to work at height and in enclosed or confined spaces, and to climb stairs and ladders in a construction or plant environment.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support effective working relationships with company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, and medical/testing facilities.
• Promote engagement with the company safety program and local incident-prevention efforts to encourage involvement and reduce at-risk behaviors.
• Assist with implementing safety-related programs to meet strategic goals.
• Perform and document inspections, observations, and audits to reduce incidents and support employee health and well-being.
• Assist with preparing and conducting safety meetings and training programs about hazards and risks related to work performed.
• Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to help ensure compliance and protect company interests.
• Assist in developing and reviewing job hazard analyses, identifying hazards and control measures for successful work completion.
• Assist with investigating and communicating near misses, incidents, and claims to preserve company interests.
• Conduct periodic checks to ensure plans, corrective actions, and deficiencies are corrected and documented in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending plans
• Special programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness
• Two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees
• For eligible employees and dependents, Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular medical plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees; immediate vesting

What This Job Offers

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