Safety Supervisor

Responsibilities

²Administer the Company safety program; implement and coordinate safety and health activities.

²Able to conduct safety training classes; safety certification classes and maintain all related records.

²Monitor and evaluate training program’s effectiveness, success and periodically report on them.

²Able to review accidents and incidents, take corrective action as needed and make recommendations to prevent future occurrences.

²Analyze inspection findings to determine the need for employee safety training.

²Recommend safety equipment to be used or worn; coordinate with safety committees and the purchasing departments concerning the purchase, storage and issuance of approved safety equipment and products for employees.

²Able to coordinate fleet safety programs; keep current on new trends and methods in accident prevention field; keep current on OSHA reports and standards.

²Able to analyze all loss data to determine causes of injuries; develop trend analysis and statistical summary of accidents and injuries.

²Conduct studies concerning the interest and need for safety training programs; administer safety awareness awards program.

²Able to attend and participate in professional safety organization projects.

²Able to supervise and administer safety, first aid and rescue squad activities including work assignments, personnel administration, staffing, training, etc.

²Able to review documentation to insure all required records and reports are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures, and implement appropriate corrective action as required.

²Perform additional duties as assigned by the Safety Director.

Qualifications

²Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene or related discipline or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.

²Minimum 3 years safety related experience or field related experience in the underground construction industry.

²OSHA 30 Construction required.

²Possession of a valid class A or C California driver's license

²Thorough understanding of and ability to enforce federal, state, local and company regulations.

²Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures.

²Good interpersonal and communication skills required.

²Must have extensive knowledge of applicable safety regulations, regulatory requirement and industry standards for construction and general industry; knowledge of EPA, DOT and NEPA standards.

²Experience in high voltage utility construction a plus

At Meruelo, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and better business outcomes. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.