Utility Safety Manager Jobs in Baltimore, MD (NOW HIRING)

Summary:

The Safety & Compliance Manager will be responsible for implementing, administering and coordinating all PEI safety and fleet policies, programs and personnel training in compliance with all federal (OSHA) and state (MOSH) standards and regulations. This will include conducting safety and fleet inspections and documentation, participating in Incident Analysis, conducting safety training, managing OSHA Regulatory compliance reporting and citation responses, and acting as liaison with all outside agencies to include clients, government agencies and insurance providers regarding safety issues.

Safety Manager Duties & Responsibilities:

· Implement, administer and coordinate all PEI safety policies, programs and personnel training in compliance with all federal (OSHA) and state (MOSH) standards and regulations.

· Enforce all company safety policies. Work with managers and supervisors to apply the proper company disciplinary procedures for those employees who violate safety policies.

· Perform regular safety training sessions and hold toolbox talks with crews at warehouse or on job sites.

· Work with managers, supervisors, and foremen to complete project safety preplans and hazard analysis for new jobs.

· Perform weekly jobsite and facility inspections to identify unsafe conditions and unsafe work practices, documenting the inspections and forwarding to appropriate management and administrative personnel.

· Inspect and monitor Field Operations to assure only trained and certified employees are conducting work using equipment or tools that require specific training and certification prior to operation.

· Coordinate supplemental inspections whenever new processes, equipment, or substances are introduced or new or previously unrecognized hazards are identified.

· Verify that corrective actions are completed in a timely fashion for any hazards identified.

· Verify completion of safety recommendations of the management team, insurance provider, or other safety consultants.

· Investigate incidents, accidents, and work-related injuries, responsibilities include preparing and reporting accident compliance forms and accident registers; and following up with the claims office and adjusters as necessary. Also responsible for determining fault or preventability based on the facts identified at the scene.

· Provide employee retraining and corrective / disciplinary counseling following accident or incidents.

· Implement Safety Awards Program including promoting it in the field to the employees.

· Develop monthly Safety Report and communicate PEI Safety Program Status (including safety program initiatives/improvements, training, jobsite/facility inspection schedule, job site/facility inspection findings and corrective actions, reported incidents/accidents and open claims).

Qualifications/Skills: 

· Education/Experience requirements: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, 7 years related experience in the construction and/or utility industry (safety management, field operations management, project management, and industry technical knowledge)

· OSHA 30 Certification.

· Excellent working knowledge of OSHA and MOSH safety requirements/regulations.

· Qualifications and knowledge necessary to provide initial and refresher training to employees on company policies and specific training that applies to our industry and operations (Hazcom, CPR, Confined Space, etc.). OSHA MOSH Trainer Certification preferred.

· Excellent personnel management skills/experience, customer service skills and problem solving ability. Ability to work with and motivate professional and other field staff.

· Excellent cost control and quality assurance skills/experience.

· Ability to represent company and job professionally at all times and adapt easily to changes in job requirements, work schedules, job completion timelines, etc.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, English/Spanish bi-lingual helpful.

· Good skills with computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Power Point required.

· Ability/experience in creating status and summary reports in a timely manner.

· Willingness/ability to work hours before and after regular schedule, including weekends and holidays as required to support business and customer needs 24/7.

· Current driver's license/good driving record required.

The duties, responsibilities, skills and qualifications listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.