SUMMARY/OVERVIEW
This position is directly responsible for monitoring the removal of physical, biological and chemical hazards, and training of employees on safety policies, procedures, and regulations. The Health and Safety Coordinator verifies compliance with health and safety regulations and ensures all necessary records are maintained and prepared according to established guidelines. The Health and Safety Coordinator manages the participation in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections, providing inspectors with appropriate documents and identifying safety measures. Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget. Additionally, the Health and Safety Coordinator acts as advisor to health and safety administration team regarding projects, tasks, and operations. This position aims to minimize accidents and other problems in the workplace.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Developing and executing health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines.
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Preparing and enforcing policies to establish a culture of health and safety.
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Evaluating practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law.
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Conduct Safety Orientation, training, and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention; ensure employees have appropriate PPE.
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Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations.
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Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions.
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Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle worker’s compensation claims.
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Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures.
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Report on health and safety awareness, issues and statistics.
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Inspection of Contractor or (Sub) Contract operations to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
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Maintain healthy relationships with our internal and external clients, including representatives of the VA Hospitals.
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Conduct quality safety inspections.
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Take on the role of Site Safety while on the project.
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Performs other related duties, as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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High School Diploma or GED equivalent; Community College, Trade School or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
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Minimum 3 (3) years’ experience in a Site Safety Health Officer role in commercial construction.
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Five (5) years of industry experience.
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Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Familiar with Procore or other types of construction software programs, desirable.
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Experience working with the Veterans Affairs Hospitals, or on Government Projects.
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Construction Quality Management (CQM) certification preferred.
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Prior military experience preferred.
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OSHA 30-hour certification.
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First Aid/CPR certification.
SKILLS
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Good math/accounting skills.
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Strong management skills (able to manage multiple crews on multiple projects).
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Strong ability to read drawings and specifications.
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Delegates work appropriately to Site Supervisors.
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Strong decision making/problem solving skills.
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Excellent time management and organizational skills.
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Must be a self-starter.
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This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. Venergy Group, LLC reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.
ADA/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is medium to heavy demand. Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires good visual acuity and hearing.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regularly works around moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. Noise level may be loud at times.
The physical requirements described herein are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform he primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.
BENEFITS
Health Insurance, paid in part by the Company.
Supplemental Insurance is available.
Dental and Vision Insurance is available.
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance paid by the Company.
Employee Assistance Program from Guidance Resources for emotional support, work and lifestyle support, and financial resources and legal guidance.
Company 401(k) plan, with competitive company match.
Company paid time off is available.
5 paid holidays a year with 2 floating holidays.
Pet Insurance is available.
