What are the responsibilities and job description for the Risk/Safety Manager position at A & K Earth Movers?
OBJECTIVES:
Safety Manager with A&K Earth Movers will include working in the office and in the field at construction & aggregate pit sites. This position will create, follow, and enforce internal safety guidelines as well as all OSHA, MSHA, EEO, DOT/CDL regulations to ensure compliance company-wide to lessen and mitigate risks of injuries and accidents with the sole responsibility for the completion of projects and day to day operations to be done safely.
DUTIES, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Educate construction workers about construction safety measures.
- Visit the construction sites regularly to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Evaluate hazardous conditions and practices and develop hazard control practices and programs.
- In cases of injury, make sure that the employee receives first aid and/or medical care, and then examine the cause behind the accident.
- Conduct training sessions for the workers and inform them about the latest techniques of safety and security.
- Consult with construction supervisors, project managers and upper management about construction safety concerns observed
- Plan and direct safety services of insurance carriers to obtain optimum service
- Work with trade and professional organizations to promote goals and objectives in the health and safety area that affect the company
- Assess new developments in the health and safety field that may be applicable to the company
- Keep apprised of developments in federal and state safety laws likely to affect the company.
- Acts as ranking company representative in dealing with government agencies on safety and health matters affecting the company
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum five years of experience in the construction/mining industry
- OSHA/MSHA Certified Instructor
- Must hold a valid driver’s license with clean driving record
- Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance, 401K Employer Match, Vacation and Holiday Pay.
Competitive Compensation based on experience.
A & K Earth Movers is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. A & K will review all qualified applications without regard to religion, color, race, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, national origin, or any or characteristic protected by law. A & K encourages women, minorities, and veterans to apply.