Reeves Construction Company is currently seeking an individual for the position of Safety Manager based out of Augusta, GA . The Safety Manager provides regional direction and leadership for all safety functions; directs, coordinates and is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Reeves Safety programs and associated activities.
Main Responsibilities
- Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
- Support, promote, and practice the Company's core values, vision, and mission; follow the code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
- Support the Reeves' safety culture and other Company strategic initiatives
- Manages the investigation and review of all incidents / accidents and claims management in his / her region and is responsible for determining and initiating the appropriate corrective action
- Develops safety policies, procedures, and strategies for accident / incident prevention
- Advises management of potential safety hazards to personnel or company property and resolves such hazards
- Conducts routine inspections at job sites and on company premises for compliance and manages regional audits and inspections by OSHA and MSHA; wears the appropriate protective attire
- Leads safety meetings; coordinates, facilitates, and / or conducts various safety-related training activities, including OSHA and MSHA deemed appropriate for achieving safety goals and objectives
- Collaborates effectively with all levels of team members to achieve company safety goals
- Work schedule varies based on operational requirements; may be required to work unpredictable and extended hours, including evenings and weekends
- Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health or similar (required)
- CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) and / or OHST (Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician) certification preferred
- Valid drivers' license with clean driving history required
Skills
5 years of experience in heavy civil construction safety (preferred)Knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and EPA rules and regulations requiredComputer and / or mobile device experience, including use of MS Office, Android and iOS applications requiredKnowledge of HCSS and HCSS Safety preferredPhysical Requirements
Occasionally required to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistanceRegularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feelRegularly required to communicate (talk and hear)Occasionally required to stand and walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; visiting work sites may require walking over uneven terrain and some exposure to dust, chemicals, and loud noiseSome travel with overnight stays away from home may be requiredOccasionally work in close proximity to heavy equipment and machinery, exposure to loud noiseOccasionally exposed to typical construction site conditions, including dust and loud noise, and all-weather conditions