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Safety Professional

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associated Safety Professional (ASP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) or other safety certifications are desirable * Valid Driver's License with ...

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EHS Specialist II

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

BCSP certification strongly preferred (e.g., CHST, CSP) * MSHA training Physical Demands & Work Environment This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites ...

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A CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) is a professional who specializes in ensuring workplace safety on construction sites. They help implement safety programs, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. CHSTs work to minimize hazards, reduce workplace accidents, and promote a culture of safety. Their role is crucial in protecting workers and maintaining legal compliance in construction projects.

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Site Safety / HSE Manager

Moore Industries

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Employment Type: Full Time
Moore Industries is a 40-year industrial contractor delivering civil, industrial buildings, industrial HVAC, and facility maintenance services. In recent years, the company has been growing rapidly, strengthening its leadership, expanding geographically, and increasing self-perform capabilities across multiple disciplines. This growth is creating meaningful opportunities for talented professionals who want to grow, improve, and lead with purpose.
The Site Safety Coordinator will report directly to the Corporate Safety Director and will have responsibility to be the first line of safety at all client facilities.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • To ensure all safety requirements and objectives are met for each job.
  • Responsible for all HSE site support for all company organizations and internal clients such as project managers, maintenance managers, service managers, construction personnel and subcontractors to Moore Industries.
  • Responsible of following proper injury management protocols and notifications
  • Conduct daily site visits, safety meetings, toolbox talks, safety stand downs and safety sharings.
  • Conduct observations and reporting requirements according to company and client requirements.
  • Meet with the Corporate Safety Director to review safety metrics on a regular basis, perform verification & validations for job observations, job system analysis (JSA), job loss analysis (JLA) compliancy and accuracy, hazard ID recognition, root cause analysis for losses, near losses and incidents.
  • Check personnel training records for training compliance, i.e. OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, ACGIH, site specific training etc.
  • Work with the safety manager and area safety directors to identify training improvements for internal personnel and subcontractors.
  • Support efforts to promote teamwork, continuity and continuous improvements to the safety organization.
Qualifications and Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years full time experience in safety.
  • Must demonstrate leadership capabilities and capacity to change organizational culture as it relates to HSE.
  •  Must be able to obtain commitment and foster actions from the field level employees.
  • Demonstrates effective communication skills, capable of managing multiple projects
  • Have strong training and interpersonal skills
  • Must have good communication skills in dealing with managers, clients, and field personnel
  • Must be customer oriented (internal and external).
  • Must have computer competency with Microsoft Office products and the ability to learn client systems as required
  • Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
  • Must possess a valid TWIC
  • Willing to travel is considered a plus
Educational Requirements:
  • Must have completed OSHA 10, and 30, or equivalent training courses.
  • Credentials such as CHST, OHST, STSC, CSHO, SMS, ASP, CSP, etc. are considered a plus
  • Previous experience in Industrial Hygiene is considered a plus.
  • Associate degree or higher in safety technology preferred
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in lieu of experience is acceptable.
     
Benefits:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Career development support and training

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If you’re a results-driven EHS Manager looking for the next step in your career with a company that values passion, purpose and perseverance, we’d love to hear from you. Achieve More. Be Moore.

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