Safety Supervisor - Mobile, AL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Mobile, AL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Supervisor oversees assigned Fire Safety Officers and Senior Fire Safety Officers and supports compliance with Austal safety policies, the Austal Fire and Flooding Plan, and applicable corporate, state, and federal occupational safety and health requirements, including OSHA 1915, 1926, and 1910. The role monitors staff performance, inspects work sites and equipment, investigates incidents, identifies hazards, recommends corrective actions, and may temporarily close unsafe work areas. It also coaches employees, delivers safety training, and helps maintain a safe and functional production environment. The position responds to fire incidents, small hazardous-material spills, medical emergencies, and other immediate safety concerns. Responsibilities include monitoring air quality, operating and training others on air-monitoring equipment, overseeing inspections of health, safety, and environmental equipment, and supporting fire-suppression operations. The Supervisor sets daily work schedules for assigned personnel, provides direction and feedback, and recommends corrective or disciplinary actions related to safety. The role works with Austal employees and management, Navy personnel, contractors, vendors, and other designated parties. This is an on-site role in Mobile, Alabama. The employee must be able to work any shift, including holidays, and participate in on-call situations. Duties may take place indoors or outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wet, or humid conditions, and require touring vessels and work sites and working in close or confined spaces. Candidates must be at least 18, provide proof of U.S. Person status, meet the stated felony conviction guidelines, and be willing to undergo drug screening and a background check.

Requirements

One to three years of Austal safety experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including training, presentations, and report writing.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
Demonstrated knowledge of standards, concepts, practices, and procedures in health, safety, and environmental fields.
Ability to work effectively with employees at all organizational levels and in a diverse work group.
Ability to qualify for, obtain, and maintain eligibility for a government security clearance.
Ability to lead and direct subordinate employees fairly and without bias.
Ability to recognize critical situations and take appropriate action immediately.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with Production, Support personnel, and Management to resolve issues.
OSHA 30-hour training for CFR 29 1915.
Strong general knowledge of company health and safety procedures.
Ability to complete OSHA/NFPA training and maintain certification as an OSHA competent person.
Ability to work in close and confined spaces.
Ability to work any shift, including holidays, and in on-call situations.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 HAZWOPER training.
Ability to perform duties indoors and outdoors in varying conditions, including extreme heat, extreme cold, and wet or humid conditions.
Ability to tour all vessels and work sites.
Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Must be able to provide proof of U.S. Person status.
Must meet the stated eligibility guidelines regarding felony convictions: no theft, deception, or violent-crime felony convictions within seven years of disposition, and no drug-crime felony convictions within three years of disposition.
Must be willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

OSHA Outreach training related to the Shipyard Industry.
EMT Basic or EMT 1 certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with Austal safety policies, the Austal Fire and Flooding Plan, and applicable corporate, state, and federal occupational safety and health requirements, including OSHA 1915, 1926, and 1910.
Monitor safety staff performance and inspect work sites and equipment.
Conduct accident investigations and fire safety inspections, recommend corrective action, and prepare formal disciplinary reports for employees who do not comply with safety requirements.
Coach and mentor production and support employees on safety, risk prevention, and accident prevention.
Review, revise, and complete incident reports and investigations, ensuring compliance with government submission standards.
Conduct safety surveys and on-site audits to identify occupational health, safety, and environmental concerns and evaluate physical conditions and work practices.
Conduct hot-work inspections as the designated competent person and temporarily close unsafe work areas when necessary.
Provide input into the development of control systems for identifiable hazards.
Support the Austal medical team during emergencies, including clearing areas and communicating conditions by radio.
Monitor air quality; calibrate, use, interpret, and train others in the proper operation of real-time air-monitoring equipment.
Oversee inspections of health, safety, and environmental equipment; requisition repair or replacement of faulty equipment, including fire extinguishers, hoses, and SCBA, and complete related paperwork.
Conduct safety training and presentations for small employee groups.
Respond to immediate safety and operational concerns and take appropriate action to resolve safety issues while maintaining a functional production environment.
Respond to fire incidents and take action to control fires at the incipient stage; respond to and mitigate small hazardous-material spills; operate building and shipboard fire-suppression systems as instructed.
Plan and prioritize workloads to meet established safety objectives.
Comply with and support the Company's Equal Opportunity and Anti-Harassment Policy.
Provide on-the-job training and instruction to subordinates.
Conduct health, safety, and environmental workplace investigations.
Perform other related duties as directed.
Set daily schedules for the crew, direct assigned employees, establish performance standards, provide constructive feedback, and provide input on performance that may affect employment actions.
Prioritize jobs based on experience and information from the Safety Coordinator and EH&S Manager.
Recommend corrective and disciplinary actions to trade supervisors and their subordinates on safety-related issues.
Liaise with BIW, GDIS, Navy personnel, Sup Ship, Austal employees, supervisors and foremen, Security, vendors, subcontractors, contractors, and other designated groups.