Safety Manager
NextEdge
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Cleveland • United States
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About the role
- Provide regional environmental, health and safety leadership, including training and ensure company-wide compliance with safety policies
- Support NextEdge’s safety program across all lines of business and external subcontractors
- Perform and manage safety audits in the field and facilities, including equipment, vehicle, and PPE inspections
- Supervise, lead, and mentor company-wide safety and compliance
- Develop and implement safety and compliance programs and policies to meet operational goals and reduce injuries and incidents
- Support management in the implementation of safety and compliance programs, and communicate safety strategy and objectives to leadership
- Design and implement effective metrics to track progress, identify areas of concern, and drive accountability
- Liaise with vendors regarding training compliance
- Develop and implement audit tracks, identifying gaps in local compliance with corporate safety policies and procedures
- Lead, direct, or support incident investigation processes, including root cause analysis and identification of corrective action plans
- Facilitate supervisor and management training on root cause analysis
- Assist site management in ensuring compliance with all regulatory agencies
- Monitor, interpret, and communicate regulatory changes to management
- Identify best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks and improve safe work practices
- Provide technical advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to employees on safety initiatives
- Conduct weekly team meetings with an emphasis on safety and continuous improvement
- Foster and manage positive relationships with customers and stakeholders for all projects and scopes of work
- Perform other duties as required and/or assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or ten years’ experience in a construction safety-related role
- Five (5) years related supervisory experience in a safety role
- Working knowledge of the construction and/or telecommunications/electrical/gas industry
- OSHA 500 Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 10 and 30 Certifications
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) Certifications, such as ASP or CSP
- Instructor Certified in High Angle Climbing, Rescue, and Rigging
- Instructor Certified in First Aid/CPR
- Possess and maintain a clear MVR and valid Driver's License
- Ability to pass a seven-year background check to obtain and maintain Erail, TWIC, DoE, or DoD clearance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of underground machines such as trencher, mini-ex, and directional bore, and city codes for underground work such as permits, restoration, and traffic control
- Ability to be trained as an instructor for specific safety training courses
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate others
- Extensive experience in contractor communications, and liaising with design teams and other project professionals
- Advanced experience within the telecommunications construction space
- Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for project plans
- Strong knowledge of applicable regulations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
safety auditsroot cause analysisincident investigationsafety program developmentcompliance program implementationmetrics designunderground machine operationsafety training instructionconstruction safetytelecommunications safety
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationproblem-solvingdecision-makingrelationship managementteam facilitationtask prioritizationcontinuous improvementcoaching
Certifications
OSHA 10OSHA 30OSHA 500ASPCSPHigh Angle Climbing InstructorRescue InstructorRigging InstructorFirst Aid/CPR Instructorvalid Driver's License