Field Safety Specialist; HSE Technical Specialist IV

Position: Field Safety Specialist (HSE Technical Specialist IV)
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S.The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations.

The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley.

Job Description Under the direction of the Railroad Safety and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Manager, the Field Safety Specialist (FSS) is responsible for enforcing compliance with regulatory and contract requirements while directly observing, monitoring, and inspecting projects and activities conducted on Authority property. The FSS will work closely with the Construction Office to inspect projects, activities, and facilities while administering various safety programs and initiatives.

This position will provide guidance and oversight to contractors and consultants and will participate in the sharing of expert knowledge as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.

Position Responsibilities Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements

Perform safety reviews for applicable elements of construction related activities. Provides feedback and makes recommendations for improvements to project safety.

Supports management of environmental health and safety programs as assigned including hazardous materials and respirator protection

Develops recommendations regarding programs and procedures to reduce the frequency, severity, and cost of accidents, occupational illnesses, and eliminate or control potential hazards

Facilitates and/or attends field safety and project meetings

Serves as part of an on-call rotation to respond to incidents and emergency situations, may respond directly to incident site as needed in select situations

Perform other duties as assigned

Basic

Job Requirements Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and eight (8) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to twelve (12) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements

Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors

Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines

Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Other

Job Requirements Five (5) or more years of directly related experience in railroad, transportation operations, or construction/industrial safety out of total work experience years required

Strong knowledge of US federal, state, local, railroad and construction safety, operations, and maintenance procedures, standards, and practices

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to gather, organize, analyze, and present data to appropriate sources

Preferred Qualifications OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification

Experience with transit, freight, or rail infrastructure safety and security programs

Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms

We are an equal opportunity employer.…