What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Professional position at Terracon?
Job Description
Terracon, voted one of Kansas City's best places to work, has a great opportunity within our Safety team.
General Responsibilities :
In this role, you will administer and monitor the safety and health programs for an Operating Group of a consulting engineering firm. Responsibilities may include ongoing safety program coordination / administration, providing safety information and consulting, safety communication and training program development, administration and management of workers compensation claims.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities :
- Work closely with all Operating Group Safety Professionals to create, manage, train, and audit safety programs.
- Serve as a point of contact for all safety and health issues for which assistance is needed.
- Administer driver safety program.
- Responsible for the case management of all workers compensation claims and coordination of claims with the third party administrator.
- Serve as a designated company radiation safety officer; ensure radiation regulatory compliance for the company and field offices including the tracking of licensed nuclear devices.
- Monitor activities of Local Safety Coordinators to ensure safe practices are being followed; Audit submittal and inspection requirements.
- Develop and present safety and health training materials and programs.
- Assist in safety program improvements, policy revisions, communications, etc.
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
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About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
