Safety Engineer

Blythe Construction; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Long Term Disability

Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay

Company Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Maternity Leave

Company Paid EAP

Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance

Voluntary Dental Insurance

Voluntary Short Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Stock Purchase Opportunities

Discount Partnerships

Job summary

Blythe Construction is seeking a Safety Engineer to assist the Safety Manager in implementing and overseeing the Project Safety Program on construction projects in Charlotte, NC. This entry-level role emphasizes safety policy development, inspections, training, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has an undergraduate degree in Occupational Health and Safety, knowledge of OSHA requirements, and proficiency in MS Office. Spanish/English bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related equivalent.
• Knowledge of Federal OSHA requirements preferred.
• Experience with construction safety in heavy/highway/bridge a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office, PowerPoint, and databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication; bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation and oversight of the Project Safety Program including development of site safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct training, new hires safety training (NEST), and safety meetings and huddles.
• Perform project safety inspections and audits, and communicate hazards, safety goals and expectations with craft and management employees and project management.
• Assist with monitoring the project for compliance with safety requirements.
• Compute and maintain regulatory records and safety administration procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Spanish

Writing & communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Database software

Job description

General 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.
  • Bilingual, Spanish/English preferred
• 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 & Vision Insurance
• 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
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• 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.