Aviation Safety Inspector - San Diego, CA

Safework; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Safework is seeking a dedicated Safety Inspector to monitor and ensure compliance and safety at construction sites throughout San Diego. This role involves daily inspections, preparation of reports, and fostering a strong safety culture among contractors and workers.

The ideal candidate will bring at least ten years of experience in construction safety, including significant time as a safety inspector. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in construction safety, including 2 years as a safety inspector.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Competent self-leadership and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction projects for compliance with safety standards.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and safety evaluations.
• Conduct accident investigations and safety audits.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D

Job description

Essential Job Duties

• Monitors and inspects a variety of facility construction projects to ensure compliance with project documents/project contracts, state and federal regulations, and known industry safety standards for construction activities.
• Performs necessary field inspections to monitor, evaluate and document safety issues relating to construction projects and processes.
• Prepares daily inspection reports and periodic progress reports on corrective measures undertaken by contractors when safety deficiencies are noted.
• Assists on an as‑needed basis in planning, developing, and implementing Authority-wide and specialized training programs in support of Authority's projects, ensures that the program initiatives protect airport staff, contractors and the traveling public at construction sites; including but not limited to training in such areas as: hazard communication, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, fall protection, scaffolding safety, crane lifts, heavy equipment operation, and Injury and Illness Prevention Program and 10 & 30 hour OSHA classes.
• Reviews the safety program performance and safety performance on construction projects to ensure compliance with regulatory mandates and current professional practices; recommends and communicates appropriate safety standards and guidelines; verifies the compliance of contractors’ safety plan with laws and regulations; tracks and reports safety metrics.
• Assists in conducting accident investigations and injury, illness, and accident reports to ensure all casual factors have been identified and reported; collects relevant data through observation, testing, and interviewing; analyzes potential causes of accidents and injuries; prepares responsive and required reports.
• Conducts workplace audits, inspections, and investigations; reviews work practices, and makes recommendations to ensure compliance with pertinent safety standards and laws, as well as accepted safe work techniques; and ensures that personal protective equipment (PPE) are readily available for use and properly maintained.
• Participates in external professional associations and maintains a current working knowledge of industry best practices and any changes in regulatory standards and requirements regarding occupational safety and health in the construction industry.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications related to inspection findings using electronic systems, written/oral feedback, photographs, drawings, diagrams, illustrations, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Comply with client policies and procedures for inspection work under contract.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site‑specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, studies and surveys, and construction.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• A High School diploma or G.E.D and ten (10) years of experience in construction safety, accident prevention, loss control and/or risk management including two (2) years as a safety inspector in commercial facilities construction; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non‑technical audience.
• Competent self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Capable critical thinking and problem‑solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results, data collation, and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Ability to provide input and feedback to others in the field such as subcontractors and work colleagues to consistently complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweeks.

Comprehensive Benefits

Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. Safework is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safework is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. We prohibit unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, and medical conditions including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This includes unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone having any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Safework, Inc. is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Safework, Inc. operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Safework, including supervisors and co‑workers.