Forbes Bros. Group Of Companies
Engineering, procurement and construction of transmission, substation, telecom, underground and renewables infrastructure.
Provide on-site safety leadership and compliance for construction projects.
12 days ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Salt Lake City, UT
Field
Company Size
1,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Powerline construction
Powerline maintenance
Substation
Transmission
Renewables
Telecommunication
Distribution
Horizontal directional drilling
Role
Description
safety audits
incident reporting
risk assessment
training compliance
performance metrics
jsa
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to address HSE related issues.
- Collaborating with field employees, supervisors and managers to identify and execute opportunities for continual improvement.
- Work closely with Operations Management in managing aspects of HSE including incident prevention, training compliance and addressing concerns.
- Report on all incidents, client HSE concerns and regulatory involvement to the H&S Director and Operational Management.
- Provide guidance to field employees and foreman on the proper/safe execution of work tasks according to client and company standards.
- Work with our clients to complete: Project Safety Plans, Hazard/Risk Registries, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and HSE Audits.
- Develop job safety analysis and safe work procedures as required.
- Act as a change agent in the transition to a Zero Injury/Occupational Illness culture.
- Assist Workers, Supervisors, Managers and Leadership in performing hazard assessments, workplace inspections, incident investigations, and assessing compliance to applicable legislation and internal/customer protocols.
- Actively engaging workers and supervisors by having a focused field presence to improve safety performance and address concerns.
- Development of health and safety performance measures and implementing the FBL HSE Strategic Business Plan.
- Lead or support: Tailboard meetings, HSE training and orientations, corrective actions, and Project/HSE Business Plan initiatives
Requirements
3+ yrs
hse
electrical
cor
ohsas
driver's license
- Minimum three (3) plus years of experience as an HSE practitioner in the construction industry. Experience in electrical utility (Transmission, Distribution, Substation) construction work environment, strongly preferred
- In compliance with Client and Project/Work site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening
- Able and willing to travel to various project sites and office locations
- Knowledge/experience with HS&E Management Systems and audit tools including Certificate of Recognition (COR) and OHSAS 18001
- Have and maintain a valid driver license and acceptable driver abstract
Benefits
- Company vehicle, gas card, laptop and phone
- Competitive wage
- 401k plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Lives Forbes Bros. value of WE WORK SAFE & never compromising on safety in all aspects of our every day
- Flexible work environment
- Annual boot allowance and other incentives (e.g. PPE, FR clothing)
- Comprehensive benefits
- Family orientated working environment
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
- pre-access screening may be required.
Company
Overview
1977 Founded
Year of Establishment
The firm was established in 1977 by three brothers in Saskatchewan.
2,500+ Equipment
Specialized Fleet
Operating a fleet of over 2,500 specialized pieces of equipment.
21,000+ Projects
Total Completed
Completed over 21,000 projects across challenging terrains.
500 kV Capability
Voltage Capacity
Capable of overhead/underground transmission up to 500 kV.
- Over four decades, it expanded through strategic acquisitions—RS Line, FB Timberline, FB Titan, FB Valley and 307 Power—adding depth in underground, telecom and substation services.
- Primary focus on high-voltage transmission and distribution, alongside substation construction, civil underground work, EV-charging and telecom installations.
- Completed projects include powerlines, substations, telecom networks and EV charging infrastructure for investor‑owned and public utilities.
- Its apprenticeship program, launched in 2015, evidences commitment to building internal expertise, training foundation, wire‑stringing and equipment crews.
- Operates in 26 provinces/states with 14 offices, delivering practical, reliable solutions and melding family‑business culture with large‑scale execution.
- Unique identity rests in its “Orange Dot” culture—melding tight-knit accountability with expansion, ensuring every team ‘bleeds orange’.