Safety Lead

Jobvite, Inc.; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

401(k) with Company matching

Pension

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Safety Lead for our Ames Mine to lead safety programs and ensure adherence to policies and procedures in a dynamic mining environment. The role focuses on promoting a safety-first culture and continuous improvement across operations.

The position requires coordinating training, inspections, incident investigations, and safety audits, with frequent travel within the division. It is a full-time on-site role with 40+ hours weekly and growing responsibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Heavy equipment operations or military experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in safety programs and trainings promoting Guardian Angel culture.
• Establish and maintain effective communication within all areas of operation.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and address housekeeping and mechanical issues.
• Apply all safety rules and procedures of the mine.
• Review safety and maintenance reports daily.
• Train workers in equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Lead new hire orientation for hourly employees.
• Participate in mine safety audits and follow up on action items.

Skills

Safety leadership

MSHA regulations

Heavy equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalen

Tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Are you someone who likes to lead others in making safe decisions? Are you willing to assist with leading a safety-focused team and experience the success of an exciting industry?

Martin Marietta is currently looking for a Safety Lead at our Ames Mine. This position is responsible for communicating safety standards of excellence in the daily work environment and ensuring regular compliance with policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Participate in safety programs and trainings, promoting Martin Marietta’s Guardian Angel culture
• Establish and maintain effective communication within all areas of operation
• Conduct regular inspections for safety, housekeeping and mechanical issues
• Implement and apply all safety rules, regulations and procedures of the mine
• Review safety and maintenance reports daily
• Train workers in operation of equipment and safety procedures
• Participate and lead new hire orientation for all plant and mine hourly employees.
• Participate in mine safety audits, track results, provide local leadership with continuous improvement options and follow up on all action items.
• Assist with location incident investigations.
• Assist with safety center administration on observations and near misses for all assigned locations.
• Participate in MSHA visits at assigned locations.
• Assist with the coordination of annual SOMA Industrial Hygiene assessments and training for all locations.
• Assist in identification, analysis, solution and control of occupational hazards requiring the application of hazard resolution.
• Ensures compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position and will require 40+ hours per week.

Travel

Travel will be frequent and primarily within the Division and assigned District.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Heavy equipment operations or military experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations
• Knowledge of heavy mobile equipment and tools including their design, use, and maintenance

Physical Abilities

• Ability to work in an outdoor environment year-round
• General physical activities including climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, reach with hands and arms, and handling materials.

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta'sMagnesia Specialtiesbusiness produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.
At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.