Robinson Construction Company Perryville , MO 63775
Posted 1 week ago
Corporate Safety Representative
The purpose of the Corporate Safety Representative is to provide overall guidance and leadership to the Site Safety Representatives for several projects simultaneously with the goal to continually improve the safety performance of the company. The position will report to the Corporate Safety Manager and the Safety Committee.
Essential Responsibilities
Fully understand all applicable safety rules, regulations, and requirements to include OSHA, MSHA and client specific requirements and serve as the subject matter expert for the company.
Understand the capabilities of all site safety representatives and field engineers and provide input as to assignments for each.
Responsible for the overall safety oversight for several assigned projects across the country.
Provide guidance and oversight to Site Safety Representatives, Field Engineers, and other leaders for assigned projects.
Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Site Safety Representatives, Field Engineers, and subcontractors to ensure implementation of Robinson Construction safety policies.
Understand client specific requirements and coordinate with site leadership to ensure compliance.
Conduct weekly meetings with site leaders and provide oversight and guidance to ensure full compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. Document the agenda and the minutes.
Clarify safety rules, provide technical expertise, and provide solutions to safety challenges.
Work with site leaders to develop safe work plans to effectively execute the work in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations as well as industry best practices.
Make regular site visits across the country to meet with site leaders and client representatives to monitor compliance and maintain client relations.
Controls hazardous working conditions and unsafe activities through safety management and collaboration with other operations supervisory personnel.
Meet with client representatives to address concerns and maintain client relations as needed.
Meet with governmental officials as needed and attend inspections and visits when applicable.
Provide guidance and assistance in administering the company progressive disciplinary policy with respect to safety.
Represent the company when meeting with clients, insurance representatives, governmental officials, employees, and the general public.
Manage employee injuries to include healthcare, recovery, follow up appointments, return to work, workers compensation, etc.
Leads and collaborates with team in investigating all safety incidents to determine cause, implements corrective actions, and reports incidents, as required.
Respond to incidents with urgency and make unexpected site visits when required.
Prepare Toolbox Talks and assign to project leaders.
Conduct employee training at periodic company meetings and at the various jobsites when required.
Assist in the implementation and execution of the company substance abuse program.
Manage employee assistance needs relative to the company substance abuse program.
Maintain records of employee safety training.
Maintain relationships with vendors for current safety solutions.
Obtain assistance of safety vendors for necessary training.
Monitors, educates, and trains employees on health and safety related issues.
Attends an actively engages in all site and corporate meetings to promote safety.
Ensures required equipment training is conducted and documented.
Assist with the maintenance of the company ratings with industry organizations such as ISN.
Train and acclimate site safety representatives to the assigned projects.
Stay informed of industry trends and current topics and provide guidance and advice for development and revision of company policy.
Education/Experience
Minimum ten years experience as a Safety Manager or Site Safety Representative in a construction environment and an Associate's degree with an emphasis on construction management, construction safety or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum OSHA 510 required, OSHA 500 preferred
MSHA trainer certification preferred
TWIC card preferred
Candidate must have at least one current safety certification such as CHST, ASP, or CSP
Willing to participate in continuing education and career development
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of computers, software applications (including MS Office), database management and learning management systems
Ability to organize training sessions for individuals and large groups of participants.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties as staffing needs change rapidly
Must possess strong interpersonal skills.
Must be able to effectively read and interpret information, and skillfully gather and analyze information.
Ability to work successfully as a team and independently with moderate supervision.
Ability to communication, writing and editing skills in order to communicate ideas and concepts clearly and accurately.
Physical Requirements
Ability to hear, comprehend and speak
Ability to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to work with standard office equipment
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Other
Working over 40 hours per week may be required
Weekends or evenings may be required
Management Discretion: The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of Robinson Construction.
Employment at Will: This document does not create an employment contract, either express or implied. All employment is employment-at-will.
Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 573-517-5125
Email: hr@rcco.com
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