Safety Specialist - Lexington, KY - AMAT Great Lakes

  Job ID:  503153

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company,would like to welcome you to one of the finest construction companies in Kentucky. Hinkle operates one of Kentucky’s most extensive networks of state-of-the-art asphalt paving and production supply facilities. Hinkle is committed to producing and providing our customers quality materials and service. Hinkle is a company whose reputation for quality work dates to 1942 with a strong reputation, strong community ties and a commitment to their employees that is unmatched in the industry. Hinkle employs more than 400 employees during the construction months. With multiple locations throughout central, eastern, and southern Kentucky, Hinkle prides itself on its ability to provide a multitude of services to many customers in various geographical locations. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.  CRH is the leading building materials business in the world, employing 73,000 people at 3,155 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the largest building materials business in both North America and Europe, and we also have regional positions in Asia. We manufacture and supply a diverse range of integrated building materials, products, and innovative end-to-end solutions, which can be found throughout the built environment, from major public infrastructure projects to commercial buildings and residential homes. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Safety Services Specialist provides expert guidance and serves as a strategic partner as it relates to safety culture and adherence to safety, workers compensation, EPA, OSHA, MSHA and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements. As a strategic partner, this position implements Company initiatives and programs to drive a culture of safety and to ensure adherence to applicable regulatory and Company requirements. This position reports directly to the Safety Director.   

POSITION REQUIRMENTS: 

• Partner with management and operations teams to execute Company safety policies and programs and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations;
• Ensure leadership and employees are trained and knowledgeable of their responsibilities in regard to safety;
• Conduct consultative on-site reviews of procedures, facilities, equipment and documentation to verify compliance and safe working environment. Implement solutions to eliminate exposure to risks and prevent injuries;
• Provide guidance to management in implementation of corrective actions related to consultative review and inspections by regulatory agencies, such as OSHA, MSHA, DOT and EPA;
• Implement and maintain mandatory safety programs and training, such as Powered Industrial Trucks, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Material Handling, Lockout/Tag out, Hearing Conservation, Heat Illness, Bloodborne Pathogens and Hinkle Cardinal Rules;
• Participates with local emergency response agencies ensuring that there is site preparedness for any crisis
• Review and analyze jobs and tasks and create Job Hazard/Job Safety Analysis/Risk Assessment as needed;
• Design, develop and implement safety training programs, including train-the-trainer, and audit for compliance and effectiveness;
• Manages the worker's compensation and other liability claims to include claim management, modified duty program and taking proactive measures to limit injuries;  
• Develops compliance policy and training and provides policy oversight and communication to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and internal company policy;
• Recommends policy changes;
• Develops and ensures a behavior based Safety Culture;
• Develop, review, and enforce corporate and site-specific safety policies and procedures;
• Success achieved by: active site visits; analyzing safety risks; championing a behavior based safety system;
• Making recommendations for corrective or preventative measures;
• Oversee accident investigations
• Analyze safety metrics and review incidents to discover trends and recommends solutions to reduce risks and further a culture of a safe work environment
• Lead and coordinate safety and driver safety committees
• Coaching leadership on how to create a Safety Culture at their locations;  
• Proactively identifies unsafe conditions and unsafe acts/behaviors and develops appropriate responses to them;   
• Participates in the Safety Committee programs and attends local safety meetings as needed; 
• Maintains confidentiality of financial information, insurance and litigation documents, employee information (e.g. wage information, discipline, health information) and other sensitive and confidential information;  
• Ensures compliancy with all applicable Federal, State and Local Laws; and
• All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety/Human Resources or related field preferred;
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in occupational safety/risk capacity preferred;
• Minimum of 3-5 years of previous supervisory experience preferred.  Strong knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT and EPA.
• Individual must possess a questioning mind and the ability to think independently. Ability to challenge situations in a constructive manner and present reasonable alternatives. Must possess superior problem solving skills; ability to identify and investigate potential problems with respect all safety issues;
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations essential;

• Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses;
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation;

• Experience in strategic planning and execution;
• Experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures;
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents;
• Knowledge of public relations and principles and practices;
• Knowledge of communication and public relation techniques;
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations;
• Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels;
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel;
• Experience in a construction environment preferred;
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
• Must be 18 years in age or older;
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check;
• Must possess a valid driver’s license;
• Able to safely drive a vehicle;
• Regular required attendance and reporting ready to begin work at the designated start time;
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as per company policy;
• Compliance with all OSHA, MSHA, DOT and EPA regulations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is sometimes required to climb or balance.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee must lift and/or move more 10-50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occationally work near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is exposed to wet, humid condition airborne particles, and extreme heat or cold.  The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, but can be very loud and may require protective equipment.

The above job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee.  The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the business.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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