Project HSE Advisor

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Project HSE Advisor who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Oakland, CA.

MUST have CURRENT OSHA 500 Card, as well as CPR/FA (these are client contractual requirements).

Monday - Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm

This is a field-based position, requiring a minimum of 90% of employee’s time being spent on site. Work locations will include multiple field locations throughout the BART Metro System.

• Conduct effective toolbox meetings and provide basic safety training.
• Initiate incident notification and response, and emergency procedures.
• Recognize and correct hazards.
• Communicate effectively with the field staff, project leadership, and client representatives.
• Complete daily inspections using provided HSE software.
• Support the completion of Accident, Incident, and Near Miss Investigations.
• Act as the Hitachi Rail HSE representative on the site.
• Successfully implement and support the Health, Safety and Environmental Management System (HSEMS) in the field.
• Ensure that work is being executed as planned, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions.
• Assist in the review, updating, and communication of the HSEMS to everyone including subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the craft every night in the field to encourage buy-in of our HSE management system and to support craft ownership of HSE.
• Provide Project Orientation and 4-Hour Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) trainings as needed.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, Pre Task Plans and Safe Work Practices.
• 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 Construction Safety Manual (CSM) and HSEMS.
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics.
• Assist with incident investigations, and implementation of effective solution.
• Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions.
• Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, toolbox talks, OSHA/FTA standards, orientation, and client-specific requirements.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Perform work safely and effectively.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

• OSHA (or Cal-OSHA) 30-Hour Construction Safety & Health Card.
• OSHA 500 Authorized Outreach Trainer Designation.
• Current CPR-FA-AED Certification.
• 5+ Years of experience in Construction Safety and Health.
• Communication, presentation and training Development and Delivery Experience.
• Experience engaging in diverse and dynamic teams.
• Experience integrating into project teams and engaging stakeholders from across all disciplines in the HSE Program.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Cal-OSHA, California EPA, Federal OSHA, USEPA, Department of Labor, and Local regulations, policies, and legislation.
• Experience implementing site HSE programs.
• Demonstrated ability to inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices for compliance with corporate and legislative requirements, standards, and regulations.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships and promote a harmonious safety environment.
• Ability to complete written reports and electronic communications expeditiously and with a high-degree of accuracy and…