Field Safety Specialist/Manager - Omaha, NE

 

 

Job ID:  504849

 

OMNI Engineering, a CRH company, started its business in 1985 in Omaha, Nebraska.  OMNI is involved in heavy highway construction as well as private and commercial site construction.  Its primary business involves the manufacture and placement of asphalt for roads, city streets and parking lots.  Currently, OMNI Engineering employs around 200 employees and remains a competitive force in the Omaha market.

  

Position Overview

The Safety Manager is responsible for implementation, oversight, leadership, and assistance with assigned operating companies' safety/health, risk management, and employee development programs.  Monitors and reviews safety performance against leading indicators (presence of safety) and takes action to improve safety performance utilizing safety practices that make an impact.  This position will support all lines of business in the area assigned (asphalt, and construction) and report to the Safety Area Manager.

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Administering/maintaining company safety programs; ensuring any/all new developments in human performance and technology available are utilized for incident/injury prevention and continuous improvement.

• Assist with incident analysis for all ocurrences, providing recommendiations for risk reduction as applicable.

• Organizing and maintaining both passive and active support files and/or records for all incidents/injuries, including general liability, auto liability, workmen’s compensation, and all other applicable claims.
• Maintaining liaison with all affiliated agencies, including insurance companies, MSHA, OSHA, and Labor Commissions.
• Overseeing site safety audits and assisting site personnel in selection/installment of safety devices.
• Conducting hazard awareness and correction sessions with operations personnel.
• Guiding all supervisors in the use of Coaching Action Plans to eliminate undesired behaviors and create new desired behaviors through pinpointed safe desired behaviors and proper follow-up/reinforcement strategies.
• Stewarding/Implementing Human Performance philosophies, education, and growth strategies.  Coordinating with Operating Company Managers to identify Event Learning Team opportunities and driving a Learning Culture.
• Assist in providing direction/technical support to ensure employee's health and minimize potential employee exposure through established industrial hygine practices. i.e Respiratory Protection Program, Hearing Conservation Program, Silica Awareness Program.
• Coordinate and schedule annual safety training, project specific safety trainings and assist/develop project specific safety plans and/or reporting as required by the project specifications. 
• Conduct new hire safety training and related requirements such as MSHA/OSHA requirements, Smith Driver Training, etc.
• Coordinate, schedule and support safety committees.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

 

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene or safety/health related field preferred.
• Prior experience in the safety, construction or related industries preferred

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.