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Overview
Gallagher Bassett Technical Services is seeking a qualified environmental, health, and safety (EHS) professional to become a valued member of our Safety & Health team.  The ideal candidate for this position must be a proactively motivated individual with the ability to manage projects and deliver quality consulting services with minor supervision. 

This Safety Coordinator position is a part-time position overseeing safety operations related to structural repairs and modifications for MTA train operations and LIRR station(s).  The Safety Coordinator(s) shall exclusively be responsible for safety matters related to the Work Site for which they are assigned to and shall not have any other responsibilities associated with the Contract.

Responsibilities

• This position will report directly to Director of Field Operations (NYC Metro Area).
• Implement and enforce applicable safety and security Programs in accordance with all federal, state, local, and our customer’s demands.
• Oversee and manage all site activities that relate to safe work practices. 

• Review rail system engineering designs and plans.
• Ensure our Clients’ subcontractors perform all required actions and duties as it relates to system safety compliance; fire/ life safety; safety training; required safety certification; emergency procedures, plans and drills; and any other environmental risk management compliance.
• Experience and understanding of the construction work being performed and all Safety/security implications related to rail system operations.
• Perform daily safety inspection report audits and related testing and verification of system readiness. Coordination of Safety personnel for construction or build-out projects/activities.
• Manage the supply and deployment of PPE to field personnel.
• Coordination of Safety related items with the General Contractor’s office
• Familiarity with MTA LIRR and environmental regulations and guidelines and workplace hazard controls; and ability to provide recommendations to reduce potential workplace hazards.
• This position requires the ability early morning (A.M.) and late shift (P.M.) work hours, including weekends and holidays.

Required Qualifications

• NYCT & LIRR Track Safety trained.
• A minimum of ninety (90) days prior ROW (Right-of-Way) experience including flagging and diversions of service.
• Successful completion of the 40-hour NYC-Department of Buildings Site Safety Manager Course
• Successful completion of the 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety & Health (29 CFR 1926) Course.
• Active member of American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP).
• Minimum two (2) years of construction safety related experience.
• Past experience and/or familiarity with the type of work being performed.
• Competent to instruct and provide training/instruction on-site personnel as needed.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Possess and maintain a current New York State Department of Labor (NYDOL) Asbestos Inspectors License.
• Possess and maintain a current C-3/C-5 Supervisor / Competent Person Training for De-leading of Industrial Structures Certificate.
• Annual Training:  Minimum of six (6) hours of relevant professional development safety training courses on an annual basis for the duration of the Contract.  All training records must be made available to the Project CEO upon request.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree OR High school diploma with an additional 4 years of professional experience.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST) preferred, but not required.
• Previous professional EHS consulting experience and familiarity with public rail system work and operations.
• Bi-lingual or multi-lingual communication skills.
• Located in the NYC Metro area.

 
Behaviors:

• Ability to negotiate client properties including walking, climbing, lifting, and standing.
• Ability to work independently to deliver on a timely basis with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills to participate in multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize assignments and prepare daily/comprehensive reports.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret collected data/information, apply appropriate occupational safety and health standards/regulations, and offer recommendations for improvement.
• Strong understanding of regulatory, professional, and industry standards and practices.
• Proactive attitude and customer service focus.
• Computer competency in Microsoft Office (MS) products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.

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