What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist position at Baker Group?
PURPOSE
The Safety Specialist oversees and coordinates jobsite safety activities and programs to ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment for jobsite team members. This position is responsible for implementing accident prevention programs and upholding safety accountability for job site team members. Maintain and grow the “Client for Life” concept for existing and new clients. Performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Perform employment and safety orientations.
- Provide oversight to all subcontractors hired by Baker Group.
- Audit jobsites for health and safety hazards and provide corrective and preventative measures.
- Conduct on-site safety training for employees.
- Understand how to use, inspect, maintain and train on safety equipment including, but not limited to air monitors, fall protection, and confined space equipment.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and comprehension of specific site requirements.
- Input and retrieve training information in Training Vault.
- Create and maintain standard operating safety procedures and policies.
- Accompany injured team members to the healthcare facility and complete any necessary paperwork pertaining to the case.
- Investigate incidents and complete required paperwork
- Communicate information concerning any current or potential safety or health hazard to the onsite team and management as necessary.
- Perform Toolbox Talks and Safety Stand downs on the job site.
- Inspect and document safety equipment at required intervals.
- Assist in pre-planning of high-risk work including, but not limited to material pick plans, electrical commissioning, etc.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Degree in Safety, CSP, ASP or CHST designation OR has a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a designated construction safety specialist
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- Current certifications in first aid, CPR and AED
- Possess a recent OSHA 30-hour card (within the last three years)
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ability to recognize safety hazards and take corrective action
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Strong organization, prioritization and attention to detail
- Must have proficient Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to partner with team members at all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergency situations
- Ability to adapt to a quickly changing workplace
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY
- Significant field and client interactions on construction job sites, which may require prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs
- Regular and repeated exposure to variety of temperature and weather conditions
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS
- Laptop PC
- PPE (hard toe boots, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, hi-vis vest, harness)
- Weather appropriate clothing
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Basic knowledge of tools
