Safety Specialist | Charlotte, NC

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  • Location: Charlotte, NC

  • Company: Aptus Group USA

the field. Regularly review and be familiar with all applicable legislation and applicable standards to ensure compliance. Inform the project management team and superintendents of any new or conflictive legislation matters that could impact the project. Develop a site Safety Management Plan (SMP) for the project to ensure a safe work environment for all company employees, contractors, visitors and community.

Regularly audit the SMP for compliance and update to ensure the alignment with the project scope and conditions. Provide direction, support and resources to all site project managers, superintendents, foremen and Safety Manager. Ensure that all incidents are reported immediately.

Assist the project managers, superintendents, foremen and safety manager in the investigation of incidents to determine root cause, and corrective actions where necessary.

Ensure incident corrective actions are followed up on and completed. Review safety obligations of the clients and ensure they are carried out per the terms of the agreement and communicated to the project manager, superintendent, foremen and Safety Manager. Ensure new hires are orientated to Aptus Group USA, and all required documentation is completed accurately and forwarded to the Safety Manager. Ensure safety boards are maintained and current with postings including but not limited to: Health and safety policy, inspection

and audit results, project hazard backssment, location of first aid, etc.

Communicate, coach and assist the field staff to ensure that all safety expectations are understood and met. Prepare for and participate in field audits. Coordinate weekly meetings with project managers and Safety Manager to review issues, trends and upcoming conditions or events. Provide training and education to all levels of staff, as required, by Federal and State safety regulations. Ensure all subcontractors are aware of and meet Aptus Group USA's general safety conditions and/or environmental requirements that may apply at all job sites. Represent the organization in community or industry safety groups and programs.

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with clients, subcontractors, co-workers and management. Demonstrate leadership skills with ability and willingness to collaborate, solve problems, and motivate others, while maintaining effective relationships with customers by meeting or exceeding their requirements and expectations. Core Competencies : Organization: Utilizes strong organizational skills. Leadership: Exhibits strong leadership qualities and delegates work appropriately. Communication: Displays strong written and oral communication skills and employs effective listening skills.

Problem Solving: Analyzes problems and makes sound decisions in timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications and costs. Interpersonal Skills: Tactful and mature demeanor with well developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with diverse personalities. Knowledge & Experience High School diploma, GED, and/or completion of Vocational School. Valid Driver's license. Valid Social Security Card/Number. Team player with field staff, project managers and corporate managers. Computer skills: Microsoft office applications.

Minimum 2-year of supervisory experience. Minimum 3- year health and safety experience. Leadership skills necessary to achieve corporate objectives. The ability to demonstrate the application of risk backssment to the company operations and activities. OSHA 10 Certified. OSHA 30 Certified is a plus. CPR / First Aid Certification. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific technical journals and legal documents. Utilize good judgement and sound reasoning. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

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