Safety Officer

Ocean Park Mechanical•Boise, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ocean Park Mechanical is a premier design-build mechanical contractor operating in Western Canada and Western USA, including Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, and British Columbia. The company specializes in value-added engineering and design-build projects across various sectors such as low-rise and high-rise residential, hotels, offices, industrial, and commercial. They offer a comprehensive "ONE-STOP" solution by providing most mechanical requirements in-house, including engineering, 3D-design, plumbing, sheet metal, HVAC, refrigeration, and controls. The company is seeking an experienced Safety Officer to lead health and safety initiatives and programs for its Idaho operations. This role requires a commitment to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees, delivering top-quality service, and preventing injuries to employees, clients, and the public. The Safety Officer must adhere to OH&S/OSHA and other safety regulations at federal, state, local, and industry levels.

Requirements

Related degree, diploma or certificate(s) in Occupational Health and/or Safety or a related field
Relevant certifications such as CHST, OHST, CSP, OSHA 30 required
Knowledge and a solid understanding of the Occupation Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”), and other relevant regulations and legislations
3+ years’ Safety field experience
Comprehensive working knowledge of OSHA Acts and Regulations
Possess a broad knowledge of government policies, regulations and industry standards as they apply to the construction industry
Proven performance in leadership and managing successful health and safety programs and initiatives
Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment
Strong organization, analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with safety management systems
Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Nice To Haves

OSHA 500 preferred
Experience working on large scale semi-conductor or bio-pharmaceutical project considered a strong asset
Previous experience with COR Audits considered an asset
Experience working with unions considered an asset

Responsibilities

Champion the company Safety Program by promoting a standardized and consistent safety culture across OPM
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety legislation and regulations
Enforce safety programs, policies, and procedures and ensure that programs are in compliance with regulatory bodies and client requirements
Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including first-aid procedures, fire safety, and evacuation plans
Stay current with all relevant safety regulations and standards and ensure the company's compliance with them
Communicate, and provide guidance and support to sites for Safety Meetings and toolbox talks
Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and job site inspections to identify potential hazards and develop strategies for their mitigation
Promote and manage safety training, orientations, and educational programs for all employees and ensure that employees are aware of and follow safety guidelines
Investigate and analyze workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Ensure that incident investigations are completed in a timely manner and the results, including corrective actions, are communicated to regulatory bodies, senior management and appropriate stakeholders
Ensure investigations meet all regulatory bodies and client requirements and directly participate in all serious incident investigations
Ensure that subcontractors and other third parties working with the company adhere to safety standards and protocols
Compile and analyze safety data, and regularly report safety performance to management, recommending improvements as needed
Represent the company on Safety matters with external groups and associations
Preform daily site walks
Perform site walks with other trade safety personnel as required