Mining Occupational Health Safety Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Are you passionate about safety and ensuring everyone is working in a safe condition and environment? How about doing so while working for one of the largest contractors in North America? At Kiewit's Mining District, one of our guiding principles on our projects and in every office is, "Nobody Gets Hurt" and we're currently looking for a safety manager who creates, supports, and upholds our program which reinforces our commitment to safety.

As a Safety Manager your primary responsibilities center on the successful implementation and support of the Site-Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work, including working with MSHA.  You will verify to ensure work is being executed as planned, problem-solve with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions.

Kiewit Mining Group specializes in mine management, production, infrastructure construction and maintenance, employing some of the industry's most highly skilled and experienced professionals. We have a broad range of capabilities throughout North America from exploration, geologic analysis, permit applications, evaluation and feasibility studies to computer-assisted planning, facility design, marketing, contract administration and transportation coordination.  

One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the available work, combined with the development plans, skill sets, and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom designed to meet our shared needs.  

   Manage the company's safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work.
   Routinely inspect the facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.
   Routinely monitor the workforce for unsafe behaviors and coach employees on the correct behaviors when observed.
   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 to execute the SSSP
   Develop a filing system to track and maintain maintaining project files in compliance with MSHA regulations and in compliance with Kiewit policies including accident/injury files. 
   Track training records to track all safety training initiatives conducted personally or by outside consultants/vendors.
   Build and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics.
   Manage incident investigations, go over lessons learned, and find effective solutions to implement.
   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.
   Coordinate and provide safety training on policies, procedures, MSHA orientation, and client-specific requirements.
   Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of the Kiewit safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program.
   Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans.
   Interfacing with Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) (also State) officials/inspectors in the event or a site visit.

   Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study. 5+ Years of experience as a safety manager will be considered in lieu of a degree.
   CSP and CHST Preferred.
   5 years of experience managing mining or construction projects in a safety-related role.
   Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a safety program on projects of increasing complexity.
   Knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations and hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills.
   Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
   Strong organizational and time management skills.
   Strong written and verbal communication 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.
   Able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously managing a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively.
   CPR/First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and OSHA/MSHA instructor certifications are preferred.
   Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
   Regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, and listen; occasionally lift and move up objects up to 30 pounds.
   Must be willing to relocate and go where the work is.