Health & Safety Specialist (Night Shift)

Ferrovial Agroman SA; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering company in North Carolina is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to implement safety programs and conduct inspections. The ideal candidate will have an associates degree and several years' experience related to safety duties, along with strong communication skills and attention to detail. This full-time role offers a Monday through Friday schedule, focusing on maintaining a safe work environment through compliance and employee training.

Benefits

Highly competitive insurance benefits

Paid Time Off

Matching 401(k) program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience related to safety duties.
• Preferred experience in risk assessment or fire safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety programs.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance.
• Educate employees on health and safety.
• Investigate incidents and maintain safety records.
• Respond to emergency situations and manage drills.

Skills

Safety inspections

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Excellent communication

Project management

Education

Associates degree

Job description

About us:

I-77 Mobility Partners LLC is financing, developing, designing, constructing, operating and maintaining the 26-mile I-77 Express project as part of a public-private partnership with the North Carolina Department of Transportation. The tolled express lanes run adjacent to the general-purpose lanes on I-77 between uptown Charlotte and Mooresville. I-77 Mobility Partners is responsible for operations and maintenance of all lanes, both express and general purpose, and right of way within the designated project corridor limits.What makes us different? Our people come first. We want every single employee to develop both professionally and personally. With a strong focus on growth potential, we look to our internal employees as potential candidates for both national and international opportunities. We aim to achieve greatness by promoting from within every chance we get. We work hard and play hard and strive every day for success and achievement. With a diverse group of professionals working in a fast-paced environment, we achieve milestones constantly. And if that weren’t enough, we also offer our employees highly competitive insurance benefits, Paid Time Off, and a matching 401(k) program.

Job Description:

As the Health & Safety Specialist under the general supervision of the Health, Safety and Environmental Manager you will assist in the developing and implementation of safety programs, conduct inspections, and educate employees about health and safety regulations and precautions. Additionally, you will investigate incidents to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday | 8PM to 6AM

Weekly schedule ends Friday morning at 6AM

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates/assists in the development and implementation of safety programs related to Maintenance and Tolling activities, and other OSHA safety compliance programs.

• Advises the Operations & Maintenance, and ITS staff on safety protocols and procedures to ensure the safety of workers as regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies, including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), ANSI, and NFPA.

• Conducts risk assessments to identify potential hazards and assess risks associated with various work activities.

• Assigns, develops and delivers training to employees on safety procedures, emergency response, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Perform regular and follow-up inspections of facility, equipment, and work practices to identify hazards and ensure compliance.

• Investigates incidents, injuries, and near misses to determine needed corrective actions.

• Maintains accurate records of all trainings, inspections, audits, and incident investigations.

• Manages emergency situations which include the development and implementation of emergency response plans, provide oversight for annual required drills, and manage /respond to all spills.

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

• Monitors compliance to safety protocols and requirements for subcontracted work.

• Administrate the Learning Management System (KPA)

Minimum Job Requirements

• Associates degree with at least 3 years of experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

• Prior work experience in assessing risks or fire safety is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Skill in performing safety inspections ensuring compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and NFPA safety standards.

• Attention to detail is crucial for identifying hazards, documenting incidents, and ensuring compliance.

• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and generate reports related to safety, health, and environmental performance.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for training, report writing, and interacting with diverse populations.

• Ability to manage HSE projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

• Strong understanding of relevant regulations, risk assessments, and conducting investigations.

• Ability to assess risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement control measures.

• Ability to develop, implement, and enforce safety programs and protocols.

• Proficiency in recognizing and evaluating potential hazards in the workplace, including industrial hygiene practices.

• Understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards, as well as industry best practices.

• Knowledge of proper waste handling, storage, and disposal procedures.

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, protocols, and/or procedures.

• Familiarity with emergency response planning and procedures.

• Familiarity with Human and Organizational Performance principles

• Ability to multi-task in dynamic environment

Conditions of Employment

• A valid driver’s license in good standing and be able to successfully pass a background screening.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Adapt to various settings, including office, and various outdoor project locations. A sizable portion of time will be spent outdoors on project sites conducting inspections, environmental oversight, and providing safety oversight for worksite job operations.

• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

• Physical demands involving physical activity, adaptability, and time management travelling to different job sites will be common during a normal shift.

• While implementing safety measures, you will be exposed to the same hazards you are working to mitigate. The use of PPE will be required to minimize these risks: hardhat, safety glasses, safety vests, safety shoes, and gloves.