Safety Engineer

Blythe Construction Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Medical insurance (voluntary)

Job summary

Blythe Construction Inc. is seeking a Safety Engineer to assist the Safety Manager with implementing and overseeing the Project Safety Program. The role includes developing site safety policies and conducting safety trainings and meetings.

Responsibilities also include performing safety inspections, communicating hazards, and monitoring regulatory compliance. A degree in Occupational Health and Safety is required, with OSHA knowledge and hands-on construction safety experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• Knowledge of construction safety and OSHA requirements preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and overseeing the Project Safety Program and site safety policies.
• Conduct safety training, including new-hire safety training (NEST), and safety meetings.
• Perform safety inspections and audits; communicate hazards and safety expectations to crew and management.
• Help monitor project safety compliance and maintain safety records.

Skills

OH&S knowledge

Microsoft Office/PowerPoint

Communication skills

Driver's license

Safety certification (CSP/ASP)

Education

Bachelors in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

The Safety Engineer will assist the Safety Manager in the implementation and oversight of the Project Safety Program.

Key Duties

• Assists in the implementation and oversight of the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures.


• Conducts training, new hires safety training (NEST), and safety meetings and huddles.


• Performs project safety inspections and audits, and effectively communicates identified hazards, safety goals and expectations with craft and management employees and project management.


• Assist with monitoring the project for compliance with safety requirements.


• Has an understanding of regulatory record keeping requirements and safety administrative procedures.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


• Education and Experience. Safety Engineer position is an entry-level job in the Construction Safety Field.


• An undergraduate degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related equivalent is required.


• Knowledge of construction safety/current Federal and OSHA requirements preferred.


• Working field knowledge including: Heavy Highway and Bridge Construction, Crane Operations, Asphalt Plant and Lay down Activities, along with various other grade and utility construction preferred.


• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and computer database functions.


• Effective writing and communication skills required.


• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record required.


• Certification as a Safety Professional is a plus.


• Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Safety Engineer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


• Must have the ability to carry out duties in varying work environments including wide ranging weather conditions and terrain.


• Regularly required to sit and/or stand during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.


• Employee is occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.


• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 25 pounds and carry up to 15 pounds.


• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.


• Continuous mental attention required to complete tasks in an efficient manner.


• Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Safety Engineer encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.


• Work is performed indoors (office setting) and outdoors (construction and asphalt sites).


• Must have the ability to carry out duties in varying work environments including wide ranging weather conditions and terrain.

Company Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance


• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy


• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay


• Company Paid Parental Leave


• Company Paid Maternity Leave


• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)


• Voluntary Medical & VisionInsurance


• Voluntary Dental Insurance


• Voluntary Short Term Disability


• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life


• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies


• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match


• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities


• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.

Blythe Construction, Inc. - Hubbard Construction Company - Northeast Paving - Sunmount Paving - Virginia Paving Company, are hereby referred to as Vinci Construction USA

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at

Vinci Construction USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vinci Construction USA is committed to providing a fair and equal employment opportunity workplace. All hiring and promotional decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status that is protected by federal, state, or local law.