Safety Manager II

Wharton Smith • Baton Rouge, LA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Wharton-Smith, Inc. is seeking a Safety Manager II to serve as a safety resource for water and commercial project jobsites in Jackson, Mississippi. The role develops and delivers safety training, supports project teams with site-specific safety plans, monitors compliance with company and regulatory standards, and promotes safety leadership. The position also involves conducting documented jobsite safety walks, investigating incidents, assessing equipment and training needs, and helping manage risks related to employee injuries.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Data analysis skills.
• First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards.
• Excellent listening and strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to participate effectively in a team environment.
• Strong work ethic and a practical, solution-oriented attitude.
• Reliability and ability to instill trust.
• Competence in fall protection, scaffolding, and excavation and trenching.
• OSHA 500 certification.
• CPR, first aid, and AED training.
• English and Spanish speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the safety resource for water and commercial project jobsites in Jackson, Mississippi.
• Develop and implement current safety training programs, including Competent Person classes.
• Identify safety training needs and provide training as appropriate.
• Conduct project pre-construction meetings and review site-specific safety plans.
• Conduct safety assessments to track trends and ensure compliance with company, federal, and state regulatory standards.
• Assist Project Management in developing site-specific safety plans.
• Coach project team members on safety leadership and management practices.
• Review Safety Task Assessments (STA) and provide feedback for improvement.
• Conduct equipment training and evaluations.
• Deliver reports.
• Conduct documented safety walks during jobsite visits using KPA EHS software.
• Investigate incidents to help prevent future occurrences.
• Assist injured employees in managing risk.
• Arrange clinics and hospitals before a job starts.

What This Job Offers

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