What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety/Operations Administrator (Utility Infrastructure & Specialized) position at Greenstone Electrical Services?
Job Description
GES is currently seeking a Utility Safety/Operations Administrator to support utility construction projects at multiple locations in and around San Antonio, TX. As a Safety/Operations Administrator, you will be responsible for working with the project team to implement and enforce health and safety programs. Responsibilities will include developing and implementing Site-Specific Health and Safety Plans, conducting and developing training, performing site audits and observations, incident investigations, and participating in internal and client meetings.
Major Job Elements
- Manage project health and safety program
- Ensure provisions of Site-Specific Health and Safety Plan are complied with and reporting, investigations and training requirements are carried out in a timely manner
- Provide assistance to project management to ensure compliance with GES and Client safety policies
- Assist in investigating incidents and developing required corrective actions
- Administer safety incentive programs
- Administer company drug and alcohol program
- Conduct and participate in safety audits and observations
- Coordinate safety training activities for the various project
- Inventory and order safety supplies and materials as needed
- Maintain and monitor a safety budget
- Asset Equipment Compliance
The Safety/Operations Administrator is responsible for supporting operations in the areas of injury prevention and injury reporting. They also partner with the management team to determine a safe approach to performing tasks assessment, provide clear client communications and assist in providing and managing regulatory compliance. This includes training our employees in both OSHA and industry-specific regulations, best practices and procedures. The Safety/Operations Administrator must be able to perform all safety related duties with nominal supervision and must be able to travel readily to support key customers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Recommend process and product safety features which reduce employees' exposure to work hazards.
- Inspect facilities, machinery, and equipment to identify and correct potential hazards and to ensure safety regulation compliance.
- Investigate work related incidents, injuries or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures.
- Report or review findings from incident investigations, facilities inspections, or environmental testing.
- Interview employers and employees to obtain information about work environments and workplace incidents.
- Maintain & apply knowledge of current safety policies, regulations, and operational processes.
- Conduct safety audits to ensure that field safety performance meets with company expectations and that all safety deficiencies are met with expedited response to correct immediately.
- Conduct or facilitate supervisory and field level training of regional personnel. Administer and ensure training policy compliance at the regional level. Conduct safety training and education programs and demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
- Facilitate safety training to ensure that employees remain proficient in all aspects of safety related duties and that comprehension is mastered.
- Conduct meetings with supervisors and employees to discuss such points as the standards, cited violations, lessons learned, and potential hazards and to resolve disputes regarding occupational safety issues.
- Partner with GES to provide new hire safety orientations and develop materials for these presentations if required.
- Maintain a safety-first culture that cultivates a team approach with an equal voice regarding leading safety management efforts.
- Any other safety related duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
EDUCATION:
- High school diploma/GED - Required
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Safety or a related Field - Preferred
EXPERIENCE:
- 2 years' experience in a safety role in the utility construction industry or seven years of operational experience in the utility construction industry - Required
- 5 or more years in a safety role in the utility construction industry – Preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- CSP, CUSP, COSS, ASP, ASHM, COSM, CSHM - Preferred
- Valid Driver License and clean MVR – Required
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Greenstone Electrical Services, LLC is a Non-union Company
