Safety Supervisor

Burns Construction Co., Inc.

Stratford, CT 06615

About the Job

Safety Supervisor

Burns Construction is seeking a Safety Supervisor with underground natural gas transmission installation, underground water transmission installation, and private sector paving experience for the Connecticut region. The Safety Supervisor shall be responsible for supporting our natural gas, water, and paving crews. The Safety Supervisor will be supporting and monitoring our host utility companies target safety goals, as well as ensuring that all State & Federal safety compliance requirements are satisfied.

Job Summary:

Provide functional support to Operations by visiting job sites providing EH&S and QAQC presence to ensure compliance with all regulations and procedures set forth by the Company, Customer, State and Federal agencies:

· Work hours – expected onsite to show a daily safety presence and awareness. Work nights and weekends as needed to support Operations.

· Conduct hazard and risk assessments and provide guidance and solutions for corrective actions and preventative measures to eliminate risk and unsafe conditions and behaviors.

· Conduct Pipeline Safety Management System assessments to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local Distribution Companies (LDC) polices and procedures.

· Document positive/safe and negative/unsafe observations, near misses, good catches, and inspections.

· Verify employee operator qualifications are compliant with LDC’s Operator Qualification plan.

· Verify employees have the appropriate safety training, qualification, or certification for the task being performed.

· Verify, update and maintain employee training and certification records.

· Maintain a stock of PPE and issue it out, as necessary. Track the PPE issued to the Foremen/Crew.

· Support regulatory agency inspections/investigations.

· Assist operations/QAQC with the calibration and inspection of equipment and tools.

· Schedule and/or conduct annual medical review and fit testing.

· Assist HR and Operations with pre-employment, post-accident, random, and reasonable suspicion drug testing and recordkeeping.

· Conduct and document daily, weekly, monthly, and annual inspections of tools and equipment as required.

· Issue out disciplinary action as required per Supervision and Ownership.

· Develop and implement health and safety plans (HASP), job hazard analysis (JHA), and any other safety related documentation required.

· Have and maintain a working knowledge and understanding of the Company, Customers, and Regulatory rules and regulations.

· Attend and participate in required meetings, committees, and conferences.

Incident Investigations:

· Investigate incidents determining root cause, contributing factors, and corrective actions.

· Complete and submit incident report to the Safety Notification Group within a reasonable amount of time, which is within 24 hours.

Follow up on and obtain supporting documentation that needs to be secured and sent to the Insurance Company.

· For serious incidents, complete an incident analysis report.

· Communicate internally and externally as appropriate.

Training - Safety and QAQC:

· Schedule, develop and present safety training to employees including weekly safety meetings consisting of toolbox topics, safety alerts, monthly safety focus, O&M procedure updates, and any other additional training that is required.

· Complete new hire and refresher orientation.

· Complete driver’s training and evaluation.

· Maintain organized training and testing records.

Operator Qualifications (OQ):

· Train and qualify for each LDC’s Operator Qualification program requirements.

· Assist the Training Department with:

o Coordinating and scheduling initial and refresher training (classroom and lab).

o Maintaining ITS Onboard LMS (NGA) and Energy WorldNet user profiles and assignments.

o Coordinating and scheduling written and practical Operator Qualifications testing.

o Organize, coordinate, and execute all practical evaluation requirements.

o Maintain user profiles, training and testing records.

Purchasing:

· Obtain estimates from Vendors and complete the job buy out to compare and contrast Vendor pricing.

· Obtain purchase order prior to purchasing.

· Obtain approval and provide estimate to Safety Manager/Director prior to purchasing.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field a plus, or 1 years of experience in safety management, preferably in utility or construction environments.

· Strong knowledge of OSHA, PHMSA, and other safety-related regulations.

· Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

· Ability to travel to various job sites as needed.

Skills:

· Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and systems.

· Ability to interpret and apply regulatory guidelines in the field.

· Excellent organizational and recordkeeping skills.

· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.

Working Conditions:

· Regular field visits are required.

· Availability for occasional nights or weekends to support field operations.

· Work in both office and field environments, including exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Connecticut

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person