Safety & Health Specialist
About The Position
The Safety & Health Specialist supports administration of the Company’s Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) and related regulations for an assigned location, in a manner consistent with the code of conduct. The role works with company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, and medical/testing facilities to support effective working relationships and promote engagement in safety programs and incident prevention efforts. The Specialist assists with safety program implementation, inspections and audits, meetings and training, regulatory inspections and investigations, job hazard analyses, incident communications, and follow-up on plans and corrective actions. The position requires at least three years of safety-related experience in construction or an applicable industry. Multi-state travel is required.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in construction or an applicable industry with safety-related responsibilities.
- Knowledge of applicable state and federal safety and health regulations.
- 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.
- Microsoft Office Suite skills.
- Valid state-issued driver’s license.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, working at height or in confined spaces, climbing stairs and ladders, and walking on uneven outdoor ground in inclement weather.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or a related field.
- MSHA blue card.
- Bilingual ability.
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 in implementing safety-related programs to help 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 to improve understanding of hazards and risks related to work performed.
- Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to assist with compliance and protect Company interests.
- Assist in developing and reviewing job hazard analyses to identify hazards and control measures for successful work completion.
- Assist with investigating and communicating near misses, incidents, and claims to preserve Company interests.
- Perform periodic checks to ensure plans, corrective actions, and deficiencies are corrected and documented promptly.
Benefits
- Paid holidays and sick leave.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Flexible spending plans, including options to use a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account.
- Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness.
- Two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees; Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular plan for eligible employees and dependents.
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees; the match vests immediately.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
