Onsite EHS Manager

Knife River Corporation; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation seeks an Onsite EHS Manager for a high-profile project in the Treasure Valley near Boise, Idaho. This project-specific role focuses on developing, coordinating and documenting safety programs to minimize injuries and financial losses at the site.

Candidates should have at least five years of professional safety experience, OSHA/MSHA/DOT knowledge, and be able to lead safety inspections, incident investigations and training.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional safety experience in construction
• OSHA 30/OSHA 500 trained and certified or equivalent
• Experience developing site and operational safety plans and JHAs

Responsibilities

• Collects accident information and reviews incident investigations
• Manages tracking software for safety data input and management
• Generates weekly and monthly safety reports
• Coordinate and administer safety programs and training
• Ensure MSHA, OSHA, DOT regulatory compliance
• Conducts regular safety inspections on jobsites, plants and shops

Skills

Safety program management

Incident investigation

DOT regulations

OSHA compliance

Training delivery

Education

4-year degree in safety engineering

BA/BS in Construction Safety

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

This is a project specific position and is responsible for the jobsite safety requirements for a high profiles project in Tresure Valley/ Boise ID. Continued employment is not guaranteed at the conclusion of reference project contract. Applicants must have 5 years of professional safety role experience, proficient in developing, coordinating and documenting the company & job specific safety programs aimed at reducing and/ or eliminating occupational injuries, illnesses and financial losses at project, and operational levels.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collects accident information and reviews incident investigations.
2. Manages tracking software, where applicable, for accurate and timely safety data input and management.
3. Generates weekly and monthly incident and safety reports.
4. Looks for ways to reduce accidents, improve safety, and champion Knife Rivers I Choose Safety culture.
5. Schedules and monitors random and DOT drug screens and physicals.
6. Coordinate and administer DOT regulations in conjunction with Human Resources and Operations (where applicable).
7. Evaluates technical and scientific publications concerned with safety management and participates in activities of related organizations to update knowledge of safety program development.
8. Coordinates communications between shops, sites and safety office.
9. Investigates motor vehicle citations and motor vehicle accidents.
10. Assists with accident scene investigations and clean up.
11. Coordinates safety and training programs as required.
12. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, DOT regulatory compliance.
13. Works closely with field personnel and peers.
14. Actively participates in incident review with operations.
15. Files records and other documentation.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.
17. Conducts regular safety inspections on Jobsites, Plants and Shops.
18. Assists Safety Manager with company required programs such as Respiratory Protection, forklift certifications and hearing conservation among others.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must have a Professional recognized certification (EG: CSP, CIH. CHST) or have a 4-year degree from an accredited university in the field of safety engineering or have demonstrated an equivalent level of qualifications and have a minimum of 5 years' experience in construction safety and 3 years of Safety Program Management experience.
2. OSHA 30 & OSHA500 Trained and certified.
3. Direct professional exposure to industry health and safety programs, regulatory government agencies and/ or similar organizations and/ or significant operational experience with a strong focus/record on safety.
4. Experience developing site and operational specific safety plans and Job Hazzard Analysis (JHA's).
5. Must possess a valid state driver's license and have an acceptable driving record
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
7. Be frequently present on jobsites, mine sites and shops with a great attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Strong working knowledge of health and safety regulations related to construction materials industry
2. Post secondary education or BA/Degree in Construction Safety or Mining Safety, Construction or equivalent experience.
3. General knowledge of insurance and financial matters related to health and safety programs.
4. Working knowledge of computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet or presentation software.
5. Working knowledge of construction materials equipment and operations.
6. Certified trainer or significant experience in training.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written.
2. Strong computer skills.
3. Strong research and analytical skills.
4. Knowledge of applicable government regulations and the ability to interpret and apply appropriately.
5. A self-starter who can work independently.
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks and communicate with multiple parties simultaneously.
7. Available to work nights, weekends and holidays in support of operational needs, inspections, audits, etc., as required.
8. Organized and possess an attention to detail.
9. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills.
10. MSHA/OSHA/DOT audits
11. Strong training skills.

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Onsite EHS Manager posting.

Coast Guard:

Aviation Survival Technician

Navy:

Safety Technician

Safety Inspector

Marines:

Ground Safety Officer/Specialist

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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