Safety Manager

Dobbs Equipment•Riverview, FL

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Manager is responsible for managing the organization’s safety programs by developing, coordinating, and implementing occupational health policies and procedures to promote and ensure effective safety operations in the organization. The position formulates partnerships across the organization to deliver value-added service to management and employees that supports the business objectives of the company.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively, both internally and externally, verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and achieve goals with minimal supervision.
Proficient with MS Office, with an emphasis in Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong problem-solving skills; has the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues effectively
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Occupational Health & Safety, 5 years of experience required
Bachelor’s degree (4-year) in Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Extensive knowledge of company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, (MSHA) standards and (FPP) standards.
Valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured by company's auto-insurance policies

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish), preferred

Responsibilities

Develops and implements safety policies, programs, and procedures that are meant to ensure the wellbeing of employees, customers, and visitors.
Develops, delivers, and tracks participation in safety training programs, educating employees on safe working practices, appropriate equipment operation, and emergency procedures.
Develops workplace inspection policies; schedules and oversees inspections that identify and address potential safety hazards.
Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
Inspects safety equipment; recommends replacements.
Investigates incidents or accidents, gathers and analyzes statistics, and makes recommendations for improvements.
Documents and investigates accidents or injuries, provides records or evidence as required during lawsuits or legal proceedings, and implements corrective measures meant to reduce future risk.
Prepares and submits accident reports in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Liaise with the company’s insurance carrier on property, auto, and workers’ compensation claims to ensure accurate reporting
Creates reports as requested.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, rules, regulations and standards, including OSHA and MSHA
Ensures that material safety data sheets (MSDS) are maintained and readily accessible when needed.
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in occupational health and safety
Assists with developing, coordinating, and recommending changes for the improvement of workflow in the area of responsibility
Other duties as assigned