Sr. Safety Technician

Job Description

Job Description

General Summary The Senior Safety Technician is responsible for the daily administration and implementation of Thorpe / client's Occupational Safety and Health, OSHA, program to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promoting a safe and healthy work environment as part of the Brother’s & Sister’s Program. The Senior Safety Tech will support the assigned site(s) personnel and safety program needs under the direction of the Regional HSE Manager or Representative.

Role and Responsibilities

• Meet with assigned account(s) client personnel on a regular basis to establish relationships through “lunch and learn” meetings and/or other means of engaging with client personnel.

• Meet with ops and client safety representative(s) and participate in client HSE meetings as needed.

• Travel to client location(s) as assigned to be visible and provide HSE support.

• Review daily logs, JSAs, Permits, Audits and other Safety related paperwork including equipment inspections and tool color coding for compliance.

• Verify status of any applicable Corrective Actions and report any variances to Regional HSE Manager or Representative

• Provide HSE guidance related to any issues or conditions that exist onsite, as required.

• Coach and mentor personnel on the “how” and “why” benefits of working safely.

• Actively assist with and participate in the JSA meeting(s) and other HSE related meetings with crew(s).

• Promote BSK program and provide recognition “atta-boys” and swag as directed.

• Conduct the pre-Job and Site walk and site audits with employees, the Supervisor, PM or client personnel, as required.

• Discuss specific hazard mitigation based on Yellow Card feedback with Site Supervision.

• Collect, review and forward “Notable” Yellow Cards to PM and HSE Regional Manager or Representative.

• Report all incidents to the HSE department and assist local ops management to complete required post-incident steps.

• Initiate, conduct and manage incident investigations under the direction of the Regional HSE Manager or Representative.

• Forwarded reports to Regional HSE Manager or Representative as directed.

• Ensure overall compliance with Thorpe, Client, and regulatory agency requirements.

• Conduct employee and supervisor training onsite and at the office / warehouse / shop, as required.

• Meet with Regional HSE Manager or Representative regularly to discuss site safety performance and communicate any unresolved issues.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skill Requirements

• Ability to multitask, prioritize job duties, and work in a fast paced, sometimes hot or dusty environment.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of current construction and general industry safety regulations and the ability to analyze and interpret this data for the safety of employees, job sites, and the branch or region.

• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills to effectively coach, train, motivate, and communicate with employees, supervisors, and client personnel.

• Strong computer skills particularly in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to obtain additional certifications as required.

• Be a coachable, team player.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 3-5 years safety experience in an industrial setting and be familiar with CFR 29 1910/1926 regulations.

• OSHA 30 or better.

• CSST (NCCER 100-hour course) preferred

• College Degree (other degree), preferred.

• CPR FA BBP Certification, preferred.

• TWIC card, etc.

• Experience in the industrial construction industry, preferred.

• Experience in presenting training materials in a group setting.

• Valid driver’s license and good driving history

• Satisfactory criminal background check.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Be able to walk for extended periods of time on varying terrain and be able to climb ladders in performance of duties.

• Pass a PFT/RFT and healthcare professional’s physical evaluation.

• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training, and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Employment at Thorpe Plant Services, Inc. is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between Thorpe Plant Services, Inc. and anyone or all its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee.

No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Thorpe Specialty Services and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.