Site Safety Specialist Job Columbus area,Ohio USA,Healthcare

When you choose to work at August Mack, you are joining a company that is deeply committed to its employees, clients, and the community. We prioritize employee development through training, mentoring, and clear career paths to help our team members acquire skills, gain experience, and advance their careers. We foster community involvement by partnering with our employees to donate time, services, and financial resources to local organizations such as United Way.

Our team of over 200 and growing consists of professionals with diverse academic backgrounds in geology, engineering, environmental science, chemistry, and more. We are client-focused and strive to be leading experts in our field. Our mission is to provide expertise, innovation, and commitment in everything we do, and we live out this mission every day.

WHO YOU ARE

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented professional dedicated to promoting a safe and healthy work environment? With a strong background in occupational safety and excellent communication skills, you thrive in conducting comprehensive safety inspections and delivering engaging training sessions. Your collaborative nature and ability to manage multiple projects make you an integral part of the team. You are committed to continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

JOB

SUMMARY

The Site Safety Specialist is responsible for implementing and supporting the August Mack internal Corporate Health and Safety Program. Their role is essential in ensuring the company provides a safe and healthy workplace for all employees, both in offices and on job sites, along with minimizing risk for the company. This position reports to the Corporate Health and Safety Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Conduct comprehensive safety inspections at various job sites to identify potential hazards.

Prepare and submit all required health and safety documentation, including reports and compliance forms, to relevant regulatory agencies and internal departments.

Examine and evaluate Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and best practices.

Develop and deliver engaging and informative training sessions on various health and safety topics to ensure all employees are aware of safety protocols and procedures.

Facilitate health and safety orientation for new hires, covering all essential health and safety information and protocols.

Participate in project kick-off meetings to discuss and integrate health and safety considerations into project planning and execution.

Collaborate with the Tank Services team in the removal and installation of underground storage tanks and ensure all safety measures are in place during these operations.

Prepare and submit necessary documentation and reports to Avetta and IS Networld to maintain compliance with contractor management systems and client requirements.

Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to identify root causes and preventive measures.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education: B.S. in occupational safety or related field.

Recommended Experience: 2 years of experience in health and safety.

Certifications: (Beneficial but not required prior to employment) 40-hour Hazardous Waste Site Operation (HAZWOPER), First Aid (FA)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), 10-hr Construction, Asbestos Inspector/Management Planner, Respiratory Fit Test/Protection, and Confined Space Entry certifications.

Additional requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and be physically capable of operating vehicles safely.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Learn job-related material primarily through verbal instruction, training, reading, researching, and observation in an on-the-job setting.

Utilize administrative staff effectively.

Document and organize while working on multiple projects.

Collaborate with all departments and all levels of employees.

Ability to be flexible and able to adjust to varying priorities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Calibrate and use various types of field equipment.

Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Work in small, cramped areas.

Travel across rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces to access equipment.

Climb ladders or steps where equipment is located, to reach objects on shelves, or to monitor machinery and equipment.

Move heavy objects (50 pounds or more) short distances (20 feet or less).

Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time to make adjustments to equipment.

Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

This classification requires travel to various client locations resulting in occasional longer workdays; and may include extended and/or further travel, resulting in multiple days and overnights. Long distance drives and air travel may be required.

JOB CONTEXT

60% or more office (controlled environment), up to 40% field/site visit travel (environmental job hazards).

August Mack Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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