Dive Safety Coordinator

Description

• Working with the Company’s Safety Training and Qualifications Teams, assist in ensuring that all personnel involved in diving activities hold the necessary certifications and qualifications.
• Travel to project sites and regional offices.
• Conducts various internal safety and compliance-based assessments to audit conditions and safe work practices at jobsites.
• Stay abreast of industry regulations and standards related to diving, construction and maritime safety.
• Implement corrective actions to prevent the recurrence of incidents.
• Identify potential hazards and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
• Working with applicable stakeholders, establish and enforce medical fitness standards for divers.
• Working with the Company’s Safety Training Team, coordinate and provide training for dive personnel, including divers, support staff, and supervisors.
• Ensure that all DCBU activities comply with local, national, and international (where applicable) regulations.
• Provide support in the inspection and maintenance of diving equipment to ensure it meets safety standards.
• Regularly review and update dive safety procedures based on lessons learned and changes in industry standards.
• Collaborate with other safety professionals to integrate diving, construction and maritime safety into overall safety programs.
• Assists in developing and implementing dive, construction and maritime safety programs and policies.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments for DCBU operations.
• Maintain detailed records of dive operations, including safety procedures, equipment inspections, and incident reports.
• Conduct drills and exercises to ensure that all team members are well-prepared to respond to emergencies.
• Conduct thorough investigations of incidents and near misses.
• Attend, represent and participate in industry and client related safety meetings.
• Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Communicate with project managers, dive teams, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of safety protocols.
• Participate in meetings as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to diving, construction and maritime safety.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans for diving incidents.
• Participates in job site kickoffs, visits, and audits in accordance with company and client standards.

Requirements

• CSP, ASP, CHST or OHST or similar designation preferred.
• Understanding of and experience with ADCI, USCG, OSHA (Federal and Cal-OSHA), NFPA, DOT, EPA, and other applicable regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, specifically in the English language.
• Working knowledge of dive industry requirements for equipment.
• Ability to respond to afterhours emergencies.
• Communicate and work with various third parties, including commercial insurance brokers and providers.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of dive or marine safety experience required; 5-8 years of dive or marine safety experience required if no degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, and other basic office applications.
• Ability to work with a team and independently.
• Understanding of Worker’s Compensation, USL&H and Jones Act Claims.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to proactively identify issues and offer solutions.
• Working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis.
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Short-Term Disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Newly hired employees will accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at the rate of 2.61 hours for every 40 hours worked
• Long-Term Disability coverage

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance