Deputy Safety Director

SPC Co.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 170,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

SPC Co. in New York is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to lead occupational health and safety programs, analyze trends and ensure compliance across mega projects. You will provide technical expertise, conduct safety orientations and review procedures to promote a safe working environment.

This senior role requires a Bachelor’s in Health & Safety and 15+ years in construction or safety with 10+ years leading teams, driving compliant risk mitigation and training for project staff.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or related field required or preferred.
15+ years’ experience in construction or safety.
10+ years’ experience managing construction or safety teams.
Proven leadership skills with clear communication to reports and stakeholders.
Experience mentoring safety professionals and building a balanced internal team.
Ability to provide training and safety knowledge to construction teams.
Identify onsite safety risks and develop compliant mitigation strategies.
Expert knowledge of construction site equipment, methods and processes.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and upcoming agency regulations.

Responsibilities

Oversees safety program and procedures for a single large project or multiple projects within the same District.
Performs project site trend analysis and tracks incidents and safety events.
Develops and conducts safety orientations, trainings and toolbox talks.
Ensures permits and certifications are active, documented and tracked.
Provides technical safety support for training, equipment needs and inspections.
Oversees equipment maintenance and procurement for safety needs.
Provides project status and trend analysis to management and teams.
Oversees injury reporting, investigations and corrective actions.
Reviews and approves Daily Hazard Analysis and participates in JHA discussions.
Creates and approves worksite safety and evacuation plans; supports emergency planning.

Skills

Leadership

Safety program management

Risk mitigation

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health & Safety or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced health and safety leader passionate about creating a safe and healthy workplace? As the Health and Safety Manager, you will oversee occupational health and safety programs, analyze trends and ensure compliance with regulations to safeguard a mega project or all projects in a division. Your role involves providing technical expertise, conducting safety orientations and reviewing safety procedures. Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to promote a safe working environment.

How You Will Make an Impact

Oversees safety program and procedures for a single large project or multiple projects within the same District.

Performs project site trend analysis and ensures accurate tracking of accidents, injuries, fire, property damage and other safety related incidents are recorded.

Develops and conducts all safety orientations, trainings and oversees project site toolbox talks for all project staff within designated timeframe.

Ensures all required project permits and certifications are active, documented and tracked for all required construction activities to avoid delays in construction schedule.

Provides technical expertise to training, equipment needs and inspection requirements to support construction schedule and promote project cost savings.

Oversees equipment maintenance and procurement for project needs to ensure onsite crews have all necessary safety items before construction activity begins.

Provides project status and trend analysis to manager and project team, as needed.

Oversees injury reporting and resolution for entire project site. Reviews investigation documentation and corrective action plans to ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented on the job site.

Reviews and approves Daily Hazard Analysis (DHA) from direct reports and personal daily documentation to ensure accurate and timely tracking of safety procedures. Participates in Jobsite Hazard Analysis (JHA) discussions and documentation for the entire project plan.

Creates, reviews or approves the worksite safety and evacuation plan for the project site. Supports emergency response and vehicle access planning with Project Manager.

Who You Are

Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or a related field preferred.

15+ years’ experience in construction or safety required.

10+ years’ experience managing construction or safety teams required.

Developed leadership skills with consistent and clear expectations messaged to direct reports and project stakeholders.

Strong, proven skills identifying and mentoring direct report safety professionals. Assigning tasks and training to build a strong and well balanced internal team.

Developed ability to provide training and learning opportunities for construction teams based on expert safety knowledge and standard safety principles.

Expert and proven skill to identify onsite project safety risks and develop innovative and compliant mitigation strategies within safety program and agency requirement standards.