Safety Specialist II

Henkels & McCoy; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility construction firm is seeking a Safety Specialist to promote safety practices and ensure compliance with safety regulations in Aurora, Illinois. This role involves conducting safety inspections, providing training, and collaborating with management to enhance safety culture. The ideal candidate has over five years of experience in safety management, certifications, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Safety related staff and management positions.
• Power distribution overhead and civil underground experience preferred.
• Certifications such as ASP, CSP, CUSA, OSHA 510, OSHA 500.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety ownership to field management.
• Conduct safety inspections and provide technical expertise.
• Lead development of safety action plans and train staff.

Skills

Safety management

Communication skills

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree

CUSP certificate

Job description

Overview

Safety Specialist

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M)is a leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure for the Power, Communications, Oil & Gas Pipeline, and Gas Distribution markets throughout North America. Founded in 1923, H&M brings yesterday’s experience to the evolving infrastructure needs of today. We consistently rank in the top ten of Engineering News-Record’s Specialty Contractors and have been recognized with an E.I. DuPont Safety Excellence Award for our safety performance.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Work in conjunction with the various Area Managers to effectively promote safety ownership to field management.
• Perform weekly, monthly and quarterly safety visits /inspection in accord with the Henkels Safety Action Plan.
• Provide assistance and technical expertise in implementation of all areas of the safety program.
• Provide training and mentorship on Daily Job Brief meetings and paperwork.
• Provide training and education of staff in safety philosophies and safe work practices.
• Deploy oversight processes which ensure the integrity of safety inspecting, training and reporting procedures.
• Participate in pre-bid and pre-construction phases of projects, focusing on safe work practices and equipment needed to successfully complete the scope of work.
• Lead development of Activity Hazard Analysis, Daily Job Briefings, Work Site Observation Reports and Safety Action Plans.
• Track and verify that corrective actions are completed in a timely manner. Review all incident reports to ensure corrective actions are completed. Take a pro-active role in investigating all OSHA recordables and High Loss Potential incidents.
• Assist in any other functions required by management.
• Interface with Customers and vendors on safety related issues.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• 5 + years in Safety related staff and management positions.
• Power distribution overhead and civil underground experience preferred.
• Experience working on an Exelon property is a plus.
• CUSP certificate with Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Certifications such as ASP, CSP, CUSA, OSHA 510, OSHA 500 etc.

Henkels & McCoy, Inc.isan Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.