Safety Manager (Full-Time, Salary - Entry Level) – Shakopee, MN
The individual in this position is responsible for the leadership, coordination, and supervision of the Company Health and Safety Program and Policies. The hiring client is a growing mechanical contractor in the construction industry.
Safety Professional will lead in directing the Health and Safety Policies and Procedures to company employees and subcontractors.
Benefits
· Medical
· 401K with Match
· Company Vehicle or Auto Allowance
· Gas Card for Company Travel
· Bonus Eligible
Job Qualifications
- Must have college degree in Safety or Risk (graduate by September 2023) OR one or more years full-time safety professional experience.
- Must have proven leadership experience in professional, educational, or personal experiences.
- Capable to write safety programs or plans.
- Ability to aggressively manage incident / injury claims and return to work program.
- Must be able to conduct daily and weekly safety trainings.
- Ability to walk and be on feet most of the workday.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
- Ability to enter confined spaces.
- Ability to carry up to 50-pounds of safety/construction related equipment.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment and criminal background check.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Exceptional planning, time-management, and follow-through.
- Able to exercise confidentiality and discretion.
- Ability to review, analyze and discuss safety/risk information or data.
- Ability to work effectively with a team and independently.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple project tasks and complex situations.
Typical Job Responsibilities
- Prevent accidents, injuries and claims by being visible in the field and “walking jobs” approximately 25% or more of your time.
- Develop and deliver Safety Training and New Hire Orientations as mandated by Federal, State, Local and Company Programs.
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Company or Project safety regulations, programs, and policies.
- Prevent and mitigate employee injuries and illnesses.
- Lead/Assist in accident investigations and return to work programs.
- Perform job site safety audits on a daily or weekly basis per project demands.
- Must have the ability to anticipate, develop, implement, and measure hazard controls and programs.
- Inspire and coach employees to accomplish safety goals.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding injuries and claims.
- Take a proactive, rather than reactive, approach in claims and injury reduction.
- Act as the liaison for project drug and alcohol testing.
- Other duties may be assigned as Client needs dictate and increasing skill level is demonstrated.