Safety Specialist (Field Based)

Overview

Field safety specialist ensuring contractor compliance with Cal/OSHA and utility standards.

Key Responsibilities

• safety audits
• trend analysis
• incident investigation
• safety training
• document review
• on‑site support

Tasks

-Can reference, reinforce, and communicate expectations associated with Cal/OSHA safety regulations and requirements, IBEW Red Book, Grounding practices, GO 95,128,165 and contractor Safety requirements including TD-1464S. -Document and retain safety documents in accordance with client requirements. -Assign and/or coordinate with team members to address corrective actions and communicate as appropriate with team members to prevent repeat occurrences. -Utilize safety trend analysis (Field safety observations and other means) to identify and mitigate actions to correct gaps, introduce and implement innovative solutions with impact to correct gaps, and communicate opportunities for improvement. -Share safety information to all in an impactful, constructive, and results-oriented manner. -Lead and/or participate in safety incident investigations, root cause evaluations, etc. -Provide on-site occupational safety support to identify, prevent, and mitigate safety risks. -Inspect site activities specifically during the kick-off and implementation of medium and high-risk scope activities. -Schedule, initiate and lead in safety kick-off meetings and participate in daily safety meetings with contractors. -Manage the receipt, review, provide feedback for contractor safety related documents (e.g. Programmatic Safety Plans, Project Specific Safety Plans [PSSPs], Job Safety Analyses [JSAs], Field Safety Observations). -Serve as a resource for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the client company-wide initiatives. -Perform Field Safety Observations as established by the frequency and level for each contractor and subcontractor in accordance with the SSSP/PSP. -Deliver training to support the communication of established processes or procedure requirements to stakeholders. -Communicate safety trends and recommends safety corrective actions. -Take direction from client Supervisors and Management responsible for Contractor Safety.

Requirements

• osha 30
• high voltage
• safety observations
• driver's license
• regulatory knowledge
• line construction

What You Bring

-Capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions that are unsanitary or dangerous. -Has training, knowledge, or experience related to the work to be performed and knowledge of the appropriate mitigation measures for the associated hazards. -Minimum two years’ experience performing safety observations over contractors. -Physical demands required for the successful performance of this job include standing and/or walking for long hours in a day on uneven and steep terrain, and possibly during variable weather conditions. -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. -Must be comfortable working in remote / rural areas. -Has formal training to identify and mitigate hazards associated with specific high-risk activities associated with high voltage work. -Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area. -Required to have taken OSHA 30-hour or equivalent experience. -Familiar with Contractor Safety Program requirements. -Demonstrated ability to provide detailed regulatory interpretation of Cal/OSHA, GO 95, 128,165, IBEW Red Book, T&D Grounding Manuals and contractor safety program requirements including TD-1464S). -Minimum 5 years’ experience working with electric line construction crews. -Have all FR clothing including EH boots.

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Benefits

-Personal vehicle required. -Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.

About Erm

-Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint. -Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines. -Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT. -Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies. -Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.

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