Field Safety Supervisor

Job Title: Field Safety Supervisor
Location: Shelocta, PA
Company: West Penn Heavy Haul

Position Summary:

The Field Safety Supervisor for West Penn Heavy Haul is responsible for ensuring the safety and compliance of field operations, with a particular focus on rig moving operations, crane safety, and adherence to FMCSA regulations. This role includes supervising field safety practices, conducting safety standdowns, and maintaining compliance with industry standards and company policies. The Field Safety Supervisor will work closely with field teams, corporate safety personnel, and safety consultants to drive a proactive culture of safety and compliance. The Safety Compliance Coordinator reports directly to this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Oversight:
  • Supervise and monitor field safety practices, ensuring compliance with company standards, FMCSA regulations, and OSHA crane safety standards.
  • Conduct regular inspections of rig moving operations and crane activities to identify hazards and mitigate risks.
  • Review and approve Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and lift plans for rig moving and crane operations.
• Safety Standdowns:
  • Organize and present safety standdowns on critical topics, incidents, and lessons learned, with support from safety consultants.
  • Ensure standdown sessions address industry-specific challenges, including rig moving and crane operations.
• Incident Response and Investigation:
  • Lead investigations into field incidents, accidents, and near-misses, with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Compliance and Documentation:
  • Maintain compliance with FMCSA regulations, including Hours of Service (HOS), driver qualification files, and vehicle maintenance standards.
  • Monitor OSHA compliance for crane operations and rigging safety.
  • Collaborate with the Safety Compliance Coordinator to ensure compliance with TPA platforms and quarterly statistics reporting.
• Training and Development:
  • Deliver safety training for field personnel, including site-specific training on rig moving, crane safety, and FMCSA regulations.
  • Ensure all new hires complete the required training prior to their start date.
• Drug and Alcohol Program Management:
  • Manage and oversee quarterly random drug testing for field employees in compliance with FMCSA requirements.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Act as a liaison between field teams, corporate safety personnel, and safety consultants.
  • Provide regular updates on safety performance, compliance issues, and field initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify and implement best practices to improve safety outcomes in rig moving and crane operations.
  • Stay current on changes in FMCSA regulations, OSHA standards, and industry-specific safety practices.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field is required.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, specifically in rig moving operations or a related safety role.
• Skills and Knowledge:
  • Strong knowledge of FMCSA regulations, OSHA crane safety standards, and rigging best practices.
  • Demonstrated experience in safety training, incident investigation, and compliance management.
  • Proficient in managing safety documentation, including driver qualification files and JSAs.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Familiarity with safety management systems, TPA platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Work Environment:

This position requires frequent travel to field locations and district offices. The role involves exposure to outdoor environments, heavy machinery, and high-risk operations, such as rig moving and crane activity. Flexibility for after-hours support is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

West Penn Heavy Haul is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.