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Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate tjoin our talented Team.
Job Title: GSP Safety Specialist (Gen)
Location(s): Richmond, VA
Job Summary:
This role works as a liaison tProject Management in a team environment thelp the project reach its safety goals. This role represents the owner at the project site(s) during project execution(s).
Responsibilities:
- Sets the standard sthat the project team sees safety as an imperative which cannot be sacrificed.
- Ensure contractors comply with all OSHA regulation, all other state/federal regulations, and Safety Terms and Conditions.
- Provide expert knowledge in applicable Federal, State and Local regulations and codes and advise management regarding the impact tthe project.
- Ensure new contractor hires are orientated safety compliance expectations, and periodically audit the required documentation. Provide training on client safety orientations as needed ton-site personnel.
- Ensure that the following material is available and on site: Contractor Yellow Book, the applicable legislation and regulations, site safety inspection forms, observation forms, safety plans, etc.
- Develop and maintain emergency action plan incident response matrix for client including internal project stakeholders tbe contacted following an incident.
- Respond tsafety concerns that are communicated through client and follow up with reporting individuals, such as clients emphasis on LOTO, Power Generation 5, and Mission Zero.
- Perform safety audits and inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment tidentify and correct potential hazards, and tensure safety regulation compliance.
- For Immediately Dangerous tLife and Health items -stop the activity immediately and call the contractors safety team ttake care of the issue in the manner prescribed contractually.
- For other compliance issues, prioritize - get the contractors safety team and have them correct the issue. If the issue cannot be rectified immediately have the contractor's safety team set a date thave the non-compliance item rectified and whis responsible for abating the issue. If that issue isn't corrected in the prescribed time elevate the issue tthe Project Manager.
- Make notification tproject staff of any contractor incidents in a timely manner.
- Participate in the investigation of incidents tdetermine root cause, and issue and follow up on corrective actions as needed.
- Manage and issue client management any safety injuries/illnesses/vehicle incidents/property damage reports, as well as any known revisions tsafety standards.
- Take part in project safety calls tdiscuss project parameters and review any incidents that have occurred as needed.
- Inspect safety paperwork in the field such as vehicle inspections, confined space permits, excavation permits, crane lift plans, and operator certifications as needed.
- Attend contractors Pre-Job Briefs taudit for quality as needed.
- Provide support tthe project by maintaining a visible presence tthe field performing site visits tthe entire project.
- Spend time in the field interacting with field personnel and coaching on safety concerns or call contractor safety personnel depending upon the issue.
- Perform site walks (preferably multiple) with client and/or other contractor safety professionals tbuild relationships and identify hazards.
- Ensure contractors follow client zertolerance safety expectations.
- Prepare for and participate in corporate safety audits as needed.
- Notify Project Manager and Manager of Generation Projects if an OSHA compliance officer arrives onsite.
- Participate in OSHA regulatory visits in pre-meetings, site walk arounds, and closeout meetings. Document any photos or issues that the compliance officer brings up during their visit. Send any responses tOSHA complaints or citations that the contractors receive tthe Manager of Generation Projects or designee for review and suggestions before their submittal.
- The Safety Specialist is expected tmaintain a physical presence in the field for at least 80% of the duration of the workday and address issues as they arise with the contractor and project management team.
- Identify best practices and continuous improvement initiatives and make these recommendations tthe contractor and client Project Manager treduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's in Safety or a closely related field with a minimum of 5 years of large project experience in a construction safety environment.
- A current OSHA 500 training course designation and five years of experience as the lead safety professional.
- A CHST designation & four years construction safety experience as the lead professional.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Have 1-3 years of experience serving in the role of an owner's safety representative.
- Have 1-3 years of experience in a utility/industrial environment.
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard trace, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
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Ampcus, Inc
Jan 10, 2025