Safety & Health Specialist II

Overview

The position is responsible for collaborating in the administration of the Company’s Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) and the corresponding regulations that relate to the safety of our work, for an assigned location in a manner consistent with the code of conduct.

• Collaborate with Company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, and medical/testing facilities to ensure effective working relationships.
• Promote engagement with the company safety program and local incident prevention efforts to foster involvement and reduce at‑risk behaviors.
• Assist in the implementation of safety related programs to ensure strategic goals are met.
• Perform and document inspections, observations, and audits to reduce incidents and ensure health and the well‑being of employees.
• Assist in preparation and performance of safety meetings and training programs to improve knowledge and understanding of hazards and risks relative to work performed.
• Engage in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to assist in ensuring compliance and protecting Company interests.
• Assist in the development and review of job hazard analysis to ensure successful completion of work through identification of hazards and control measures.
• Assist in the investigation and communication of near misses, incidents and claims to make certain that Company interests are preserved.
• Perform periodic checks to ensure plans, corrective actions and deficiencies are corrected and documented in a timely fashion.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Occupational Health or related field preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 3+ years in construction or applicable industry with safety related responsibilities required.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Knowledge of applicable state and federal safety and health regulations.
• Demonstrate good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, follow through and time management skills.
• Ability to work in high production environment and respond swiftly.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Motivated self‑starter.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
• Valid state‑issued driver’s license.
• Travel may be required.

The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, stand, walk, sit, and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, work at height, in enclosed or confined spaces, and climb stairs and ladders in a construction/plant environment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

• Paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, and special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
• Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem Blue Cross; 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, vesting immediately.

Base Salary Range: $76,685.00 - $. Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records are considered in accordance with local fair chance ordinances.