Foremost Paving, Inc.

Safety Director

Foremost Paving, Inc. Elsa, TX
Foremost Paving, Inc.

Safety Director

Foremost Paving, Inc. Elsa, TX
3 months ago 43 applicants

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Job Description

Position summary: Plans, directs and implements the Company safety program to ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment on every project by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Expected Outcomes:

  • Safety goals are achieved on every project
  • No accidents or near misses
  • No OSHA citations
  • Employees have a positive attitude toward safe work practices
  • Employees are well-educated in safe practices and have all the resources necessary to work safely
  • All governmental safety regulations are observed and practiced
  • Weekly visits or phone contact with all projects
  • Analyzes and recommends corrective action for all accidents

Position responsibilities:

  • Develops specific objectives and strategies to maintain an effective safety program that complies with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations
  • Conducts comprehensive on-site safety assessments of projects as part of constant monitoring process and monitors corrective actions taken
  • Participates in pre-construction and handoff meetings
  • Develops and administers safety incentive programs
  • Develops and maintains documentation for the Safety Manual, Safety/EEO booklet, Fleet Operations Program, Emergency Management Plan and the Substance Abuse Policy
  • Develops and administers the Company substance abuse policy; establishes testing programs and identifies providers; monitors the testing program to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; provides information on rehabilitation assistance to employees
  • Plans and implements programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment, and other materials
  • Inspects organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determines corrective or preventive measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.
  • Develops Tool Box Safety Talks in compliance with Company safety policies; educates project personnel
  • Reviews accident and incident documentation to insure all required records and reports are complete and accurate; ensures corrective action is implemented
  • Oversees the administration of workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier to reduce employee lost time.
  • Represents the Company in all safety related hearings (OSHA, etc.)
  • Prepares all required regulatory reports and ensures they are submitted timely
  • Leads the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
  • Maintains safety files and records; prepares reports for management as needed
  • Recommends and enforces disciplinary actions against safety policy violators
  • Ensures all job site electrical hazards are marked and protected to the greatest extent possible
  • Develops and implements safety emergency plan drills for the Company locations
  • Plans, staffs and supervises all assigned department activities through appropriate delegation to department personnel
  • Creates and monitors divisional budget, prepares reports for President/CEO
  • Ensures company policies and procedures are understood and implemented consistently
  • Develops and continually improves the effectiveness of the department’s procedures
  • Evaluates the performance of the departmental staff
  • Provides advice and direction to department personnel toward their professional development
  • Works with the Director of Human Resources on all personnel-related actions
  • Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, values and goals to department staff
  • Performs additional assignments as directed by the President

Essential skills and experience:

  • 4 year occupational safety/health degree or equivalent combinations of training and related experience
  • At least 10 years construction safety experience
  • OSHA 30 and/or OSHA 500 certification
  • Thorough understanding of and ability to enforce all federal, state, local, and Company regulations
  • Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to train and educate others
  • Good computer skills
  • Bilingual – English/Spanish

Reporting to this position: Field Safety Representative

  • Seniority level

    Director

  • Employment type

    Full-time

  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing

  • Industries

    Construction

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