Safety Specialist

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ITnova is seeking a Safety Specialist to support the implementation of the Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) for the Key Bridge Rebuild Project. The role includes monitoring job site safety, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing, reviewing, updating, and communicating the SSSP to everyone, including subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in to our safety program and support craft ownership of it.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.
• Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees and Subcontractors to execute the SSSP.
• Attend POD (Voice Safety Concerns & Attend Stretch and Flex)
• Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA regulations and compliance with our policies, including accident/injury files.
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics.
• Assist with incident investigations and implementation of effective solutions.
• Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with the implementation of corrective actions.
• Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work. (Review hazard analysis AHA's & Start Card, observe the operation, and provide feedback to the front -Line Supervisor)
• Conduct an Ineight LSA Assessment at least once a day.
• Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA, , and client-specific requirements.

Qualifications:

• OSHA 30, 500, and 510 certifications.
• A degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is .
• Knowledge of construction safety and current Federal and OSHA requirements.
• Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is .
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Detail-oriented with effective organization and coordination skills
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Commitment to safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.