What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Manager position at New South Construction?
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead in incident investigation & reporting.
- Participate in conducting staff & craft safety orientation training for the project.
- Provide mentorship and development to assigned Safety Managers
- Documents all incidents, safety violations, and unsafe conditions/activities for assigned projects.
- Advises safety directors on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions.
- Maintains safety files and records for multiple projects.
- Proficient in computer, communication, and training skills.
- Proficient in a managerial role with demonstrated ability to lead a team of safety professionals.
- Knowledgeable and proficient in handling loss time accident cases and managing worker's compensation claims
- Working knowledge of Travelers Insurance & OSHA websites
- OSHA reporting & filing accident reports and forms.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives and drive organizational transformation to enhance safety performance.
- Conducts in-house safety training courses for projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES GUIDELINES:
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify hazards and assess risks.
- Advanced computer knowledge
- Function effectively as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Continual training and professional development from an accredited industry association, i.e., OSHA outreach, Board of Certified Safety Professionals, etc.
- Advanced training in OSHA Focus Four hazards
- Advanced training in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
- Specialized training in incident investigation and root cause analysis
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current OSHA 500 training Certificate
- 5 years of industry experience
- First aid & CPR certified instructor
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS:
- You must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
- Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
- Ability to repeat the same movements.
- Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
- Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.
- Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
- Travel may be required occasionally, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid Driver’s License).
- Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.
