Railroad Construction Safety Manager

Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation LLC is seeking a Safety Field Specialist to assist the Company Safety Manager and project teams with implementing safety, health, training, and drug-free policies across multiple project sites in the Atlanta area.

You will coordinate safety programs, provide training, participate in pre-job planning, and lead safety meetings to ensure a safe work environment and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Railroad Construction experience preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressive experience with safety and health in the construction industry preferred.
• Safety Certification required (CSP/CHST/ASP/OHST/CIH or NSC cert; SST in NY).
• Valid driver’s license and driving record per company requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certification required; instructor preferred (can be completed on hire).
• OSHA 30-hour training completion required.
• OSHA 500/501 trainer certification preferred.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER for Hazardous Material cleanup preferred.
• MSHA mine safety knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, implement, and monitor the Company Safety and Health Program at project locations.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce injuries and incidents.
• Provide safety and health training for personnel.
• Support pre-job safety planning and emergency response planning.
• Lead safety and toolbox meetings and training programs.
• Conduct safety audits, evaluations, inspections, and observations; drive corrective actions.
• Assist investigations of injuries and incidents.
• Issue regular safety/health correspondence and updates on regulations.
• Identify staff needing coaching or support for safety compliance.
• Coordinate safety programs with subcontractors and vendors.
• Serve as contact for OSHA and other authorities when Manager unavailable.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and continuous safety improvements.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent thinking

Field safety

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety and health

Safety certification

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

iPad

Job description

General Description

Responsible for assisting the Company Safety Manager by providing field support services and assisting all project managers, supervisors, foreman, and team members with the implementation of all Company Safety, Health, Training, and Drug-Free policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• § Coordinate, implement, and monitor the Company Safety and Health Program at various project locations.
• § Assist in developing and implementing strategies for reducing and eliminating injuries, illness, and other incidents in a manner that effectively ensures the attainment of business unit targets and objectives.
• § Provide training for Company personnel regarding safety and health requirements.
• § Support pre-job safety planning meetings to plan for potential hazards and problems prior to the start of a job and develop emergency response plans for projects.
• § Initiate, coordinate, and lead safety and toolbox meetings and training programs to ensure effective communication of company policy and procedures.
• § Independently perform and document safety and health audits, evaluations, inspections, and/or behavioral observations throughout the Company's operations and communicate and facilitate the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• § Assist in the investigation of injury, illness, and general liability incidents.
• § Develop and issue regular safety and health correspondence.
• § Provide updated information to team members regarding updates to company or regulatory requirement changes.
• § Identify team members that need assistance, training, coaching, or support meeting the Company safety and health requirements.
• § Identify team members that perform their duties above and beyond their requirements and provide positive feedback to those individuals.
• § Coordinate project safety programs with subcontractors, vendors, and third-party personnel to ensure adherence to Company and Project safety policies and procedures.
• § Serve as a point of contact for any federal, state, or municipal safety or risk management authority and/or personnel, including but not limited to OSHA, when the Company Safety Manager is not available.
• § Regulatory compliance, and continual improvement of the overall performance of the Company in a manner that is consistent with the Company's Core Values.

Skill Requirements

• § Railroad Construction experience preferred.
• § Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FRA, FTA, and EPA regulations as well as other state/federal safety regulations.
• § Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• § Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• § Ability to think independently, communicate thoroughly, and implement all appropriate corrective and preventative actions.
• § Ability to work in a high production environment (40+ hours/week, including nights and weekends) and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
• § Ability to make independent judgments to manage and facilitate company programs/policies as they relate to the safety of all work.
• § Ability to positively interact and influence front-line supervisors and field personnel to create a safe work environment.
• § Proficiency with OS Apple products (iPad).
• § Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat programs.

Work Experience

• Railroad Construction experience is preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressive experience with safety and health in the construction industry is preferred.
• Safety Certification Required (one of the following: CSP, CHST, ASP, OHST, CIH, National Safety Council’s Advanced Safety Certificate, and if working in New York - SST certification).
• § A valid driver's license and a driving record that meets Company requirements.
• § CPR/First Aid certification required, instructor preferred (certification can be completed upon hire).
• § OSHA 30-hour training completion required.
• § OSHA 500 or 501 (30-Hour and 10-Hour Trainer Certification) preferred.
• § OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification for Hazardous Material Clean-Up
• § MSHA mine safety knowledge preferred.

Operations is preferred.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety and health or equivalent combinations of technical training and experience is preferred (project management of construction worksite policies and safety systems may be accepted in lieu of a degree in safety).
• Safety Certification

Physical Requirements

• Work in extreme all-weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow and sleet).
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces over sometimes great distances.
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery; bend, walk, stand and sit for extended time.
• Exposed to loud noise.
• May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to travel.
• May be required to work long hours including evenings and weekends.

$80,000 - $105,000 a year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance