SF Safety Specialist (M)

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To provide support for the Safety Department and the Safety Manager by assisting with the planning, administration, implementation, and monitoring of all safety programs. In addition, this position will be instrumental in facility safety inspections, vehicle inspections, training, and any other safety-related functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Responsible for all customer requests for Certificates of Insurance
• Provide guidance/audits for all locations to help Gregory Poole achieve its corporate commitment to Safety and Health
• Work closely with the Safety and Environmental Manager to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Facilitate/ assist with safety training for New Hire Orientation
• Facilitate/ assist with Safety Mentor training
• Assist the Safety Manager, the Sales Department, and the Finance Department with the completion of Customer Safety Questionnaires
• Work with branch personnel to provide guidance on safety-related questions or issues
• Perform Safety Inspections at all branches- evaluate the procedures, facilities, and equipment to identify unsafe conditions and/or safety violations.
• Propose and implement safeguards and solutions and follow up on the corrective actions
• Maintain and follow through on all record keeping/ documentation
• Assist appropriate managers/ outside investigation groups with accident investigations
• Conduct Safety Training Compliance
• Assist the Safety manager with OSHA and MSHA logs and reporting
• Review, monitor, and update as necessary The Substance Abuse Prevention Program
• Manage the third-party safety qualification portals (ISNetworld, Avetta, Appruv, etc.)
• Coordinate annual safety awards programs
• Manage computer-based safety training, maintain documentation
• Manage MSHA New Miner and annual refresher training classes
• Provide safety performance updates and other safety communications to GP employees and Executives
• Manage and execute all activities related to the collection, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste
• Manage “Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure” program
• React to and manage environmental discharges
• Perform other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field with minimum of 4 years safety experience or similar experience.

Work Experience:

See above

Physical: Must be physically fit to meet the demands of the position. Must have the ability to travel to various facilities, enter / exit trucks and other motor vehicles.

Other: Strong Microsoft office knowledge, strong analytical skills, well organized, self-motivated, excellent interpersonal relationship skills, above average understanding of Safety Culture Initiatives, OSHA regulations, MSHA regulations, EPA regulations and DOT regulations.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple completing tasks and demands. Requires strong organizational skills.
• Extensive travel within the Gregory Poole geographical territory required. Some travel is required outside the geographical territory for conferences and workshops.
• Uphold the Gregory Poole Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence, and Safety.
• Must be willing to work occasional extra hours including days, nights, and weekends.
• Must be able to quickly evaluate facts and maintain good judgment when making decisions.
• Must be able to resist pressure from operations to relax safety standards during peak levels of business.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your manager may request and assign you similar duties.