Sr. Site Safety Manager - Qcells
Irvine, CA 92618
About the Job
Description
Department: Business Planning & Ops
Location: Irvine (Hybrid)
Supervisor: Associate Director of Safety
FLSA Status: Salaried
Position Status: Direct Hire
- Work with site EPC personnel to implement and manage a proactive behavior-based approach to Health & Safety. This includes a strong emphasis on personal responsibility, incident prevention and a management systems approach to compliance.
- Supports the development of H&S policies, programs and procedures to establish a culture of health and safety.
- Ensures compliance with all regulatory bodies and standards (including OSHA, EPA, etc.).
- Coordinates OSHA reporting and posting requirements;
- Files all documentation required for the Safety Program File;
- Continuously evaluating employees and contractors practices, procedures to assess and reduce risks for the benefit of employees and contractors.
- Evaluates contractor’s safety programs
- Oversee and enforce compliance with all OSHA, federal, state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations and maintain compliance with DOT regulations;
- Prepare and conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention.
- Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions.
- Lead accident or mishap investigations to identify causes and recommend improvement opportunities and preventive and corrective measures.
- Report on health and safety awareness, issues and statistics through key performance indicators (KPIs) and other analytical tools.
- Visit work areas to conduct safety audits on personnel, equipment, materials and adherence to work requirements. Perform periodic safety and health risk assessments and compliance audits to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Organize, facilitate and report on meetings that focus on specific safety and health issues including regular Employee Safety Committee meeting.
- Manage and facilitate existing safety programs such as New-Hire training and contractor Safety Orientation.
- Manage site safety equipment needs and requirements.
- Recognize unsafe conditions, environmental or health hazards and take necessary steps to protect the public, employees, contractors and the environment.
- Develop, effectively utilize and comply with assigned safety budget.
- Assist employees and crews in the planning, recognition, evaluation, and mediation of risk for the Project.
- Provide or direct injury care for employees and contractors.
- Manage the Substance Abuse Program.
- Ensure that emergency response equipment is maintained in proper working condition.
- On a continuing basis, become familiar with federal, state and local regulations, statutes, orders and standards.
- Understand Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and ensure inspections are performed as per the site SWPPP
- Implement the Company Substance Abuse Policy in the jobsite.
- Participate in and contribute to project planning and hazard analysis
- Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.
- 12 years of general construction experience
- 5 years of managerial and subcontractors’ management experience
- 3 years of solar industry experience
- Have an operational knowledge of construction safety, OSHA, ANSI, and other applicable standards, regulations, laws, and procedures
- OSHA 30/510
- Must have a valid current driver license
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Excellent interpersonal skills and proven experience building relationships
- Detail oriented; sufficient to manage multiple priorities and tasks
- Knowledge of relevant HV Codes and regulations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Positive and professional attitude
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience
- FA/CPR/AED preferred
- OSHA 500
- CSP/ASP/CHST
This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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