Sr. Safety Representative Bilingual

CRH Plc. • Mont Belvieu, TX

38d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Health and Safety Manager, the Safety Representative provides technical and compliance expertise to the field employees in terms of good safety habits and provide direction and skills for a safe work environment. This position works closely with field supervision and personnel to achieve goals and support the safety of each of the company's business units.

Requirements

• At least 1 - 2 years of constructions and/or industrial safety experience
• Thorough understanding of and ability to enforce all federal, state, local and Company regulations.
• Must have a valid, state issued driver's license. Must be able to obtain a TWIC card and all ISTC Certifications required to successfully carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement essential corrective measures.
• Solid training/teaching experience
• High ethical standards
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Must be able to orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish a goal.
• Able to use resources effectively and efficiently and arrange information in a useful manner.
• Be able to be a strong voice in bringing the company's slogan of SEE, STOP, DO to the forefront.
• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer and I-PAD for word processing, e-mail communication, and preparation of documents and presentations
• Knowledge in MS Excel, MS Word, Powerpoint and Outlook
• Intermittent climbing, bending, squatting, kneeling are required
• Periodic, but extensive walking and standing required.
• Must also be able to drive a vehicle and walk uneven terrain.
• May require periodically lifting objects up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred (Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Assists with audits of plant facilities regulated under OSHA, General Industry and Construction Standards.
• Investigate all incidents for root-cause development to ensure unsafe conditions/behavior is not repeated.
• Participate on safety committee meetings and provide insight and resources on matters relating to committee safety concerns and corrective solutions.
• Reinforce policies and procedures that support the company's goals, the operations needs and achievement of safety results. Support the company's safety standards Teach Smith System defensive driving course to employees authorized to drive company vehicles.
• Conduct employee training certifications, classroom training, and practical hands-on training.
• Conduct job site safety inspections including specified areas for fire-prevention equipment and other safety and first-aid supplies.
• Assist in conducting weekly toolbox talks and monthly safety training.
• Assist with plant and roadway incident investigations and document all accidents, safety violations, injuries, and unsafe conditions/activities to find root cause and make recommendations for improvement. Work with Human Resources as necessary to assure employee corrective actions are implemented on a timely basis.
• Observes workers to determine use of prescribed safety equipment, such as glasses, hard hats, goggles, respirators, clothing, and other PPE.
• Provide health and safety support to Safety Manager.
• Assist in Safety Mentor program for new employees. Assigns eLearning to employees and maintains the eLearning training program.
• Other duties as assigned by the Safety Manager.
• Overnight travel is possible.
• Weekend on-call is required once a month.

Benefits

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees