Safety Engineer

Safety Engineer

Department: Safety

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Delta, Utah

The primary function of the Safety Engineer is to provide support to assigned personnel and projects and to ensure projects meet current safety guidelines. The Safety Engineer will function as a resource for safety efforts on active projects and to the Safety Department and Safety Committee.

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Safety Engineer typically include, but are not limited to:

• Implement W.E. O’Neil Injury Illness Prevention Program on assigned projects.
• Implement W.E. O’Neil Safety Manual on assigned projects.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings.
• Set up and audit project safety systems.
• Predictive Solutions
• SDS Binder
• Subcontractor safety documents
• First Aid kits, etc.
• Assist in the development / review of site‑specific safety plans
• Assist with developing project safety goals.
• Attend and participate in project meetings and assist in preparation / distribution of meeting minutes.
• Perform jobsite walks / inspections.
• Perform incident investigations.
• Address, follow‑up, and ensure closure on issues.
• Provide safety knowledge to the project.
• Assist in the review of subcontractor programs, plans and Job Hazard Analyses
• Conduct jobsite safety orientations
• Attend and participate in W.E. O’Neil Risk Management trainings
• Participate in W.E. O’Neil networking events to build industry relationships.
• Participate in all P.E. Trainings and P.E. Bootcamps

• Champion “Safety Starts with You” culture
• Promote and recognize safe behavior
• Assist the Safety Department with the implementation of company programs
• Coordinate with project / safety teams to anticipate upcoming work‑activities and ensure compliance with OSHA and W.E. O’Neil IIPP
• Discuss solutions to field problems or conflicts, and help develop practical solutions
• Work with the project / safety teams to schedule pre‑construction meetings & training
• Research various safety topics as assigned by the safety team

• Effective written and verbal language communication skills
• Work Efficiently – Allocate one’s own time efficiently; handle multiple demands and competing priorities; efficiently process paperwork
• Show initiative, strive for increased responsibility and demonstrate desire to learn
• Show emotional maturity, punctuality and dependability
• Motivate and contribute to the teamwork / morale of the project team

• Show the desire and willingness to progress to the Safety Manager role and responsibilities
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all project stakeholders (Owner, jurisdictional agencies, design professionals, various WEO departments, WEO project team, and subcontractors)
• Foster Teamwork – Participate and foster collaboration among team members and among teams
• Motivate Others – Encourage and empower others to achieve; build relationships; create enthusiasm, a feeling of investment, and a desire to excel
• Drive for Results – Drive for results and success; convey a sense of urgency and drive issues to closure; persist despite obstacles and opposition
• Show Work Commitment - Set high standards of performance; pursue aggressive goals and work hard to achieve them
• Show alignment with and promote WEO Corporate Values

• Four‑year degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Construction Management, or related field or minimum 1 years of relevant project field experience.
• Understand and effectively use company software programs, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Effective oral and written communication skills
• Well-developed time management and organization skills
• Ability to work non‑routine hours as needed
• Ability to analyze options and problem solve creatively, while aligning with W.E. O’Neil’s business applications and philosophy
• Ability to analyze statistical information and create charts

• 100% ESOP
• Competitive Pay
• Bonus Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• PTO/Sick
• 100% Life Insurance
• 401(K) with Match
• Student Debt Program

Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to use construction…