Safety Manager

Thayer Power & Communications•Pataskala, OH

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About The Position

The Safety Manager ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and codes. The role manages OSHA recordkeeping, reporting, and employee training, and implements safety protocols on job sites. The Safety Manager also advises on compliance, evaluates hazard controls, conducts onsite inspections, and works with field staff, clients, vendors, and management to strengthen workplace safety.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in a utilities or construction safety role.
Knowledge of federal and state safety regulations.
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Outgoing, self-motivated personality.
Excellent customer service, telephonic, electronic, and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with, persuade, and gain buy-in from stakeholders ranging from new crew members to senior executive leaders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Strong organization, attention to detail, flexibility, and ability to multitask.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment without direct supervision.
Ability to embrace a team-based, initiative-driven environment.
High level of technical expertise.
Openness to some travel.

Nice To Haves

Experience in electrical utility construction.
CHST certification.
CUSP certification with Electric T&D endorsement.
Completion of OSHA 510 training.

Responsibilities

Ensure federal, state, and local laws, regulations, rules, and codes are observed.
Monitor and implement updates to safety regulations, laws, and reporting requirements.
Manage OSHA recordkeeping, reporting, and employee training requirements.
Provide advice and counseling on compliance regulations.
Compile, analyze, interpret, and report accidents, and review property and injury reports.
Develop, organize, and implement safety training for new employee orientation and required programs.
Coordinate the purchase of essential safety supplies, products, and training items.
Evaluate safety protocols on job sites and report problems to management.
Write detailed incident reports and escalate issues as needed.
Conduct onsite safety inspections.
Assist with developing controls for identified hazards and coordinate their implementation.
Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of hazard-control systems, policies, and procedures, and recommend improvements to eliminate workplace accidents and injuries.
Train field staff.
Communicate with clients and vendors to establish safety parameters.
Participate in meetings and suggest safety improvements to increase efficiency.
Facilitate safety discussions.
Conduct annual employee refresher training sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.