Specialist, Safety Position Available In Richmond, Georgia

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity. Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers’ needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

What you will do:

Support the behavioral based safety process by actively participating in meetings, sampling, coaching, and mentoring in the process
Provide Safety Expertise in all necessary safety reviews and meeting (i.e., Tap Roots, etc.)
Recommend an alternative or modification to existing safety systems and providing technical advice to personnel for improving the safety of all employees/contractors on site
Accompany and document

OSHA/MSHA

inspections, insurance inspections and other formal safety inspections of the site
Coach employees/contractors to-wards creating a safe work environment for all employees/ contractors by educating all personnel regarding compliance with all applicable safety, health and environmental (SHE) requirements, leading by example, and promoting a positive SHE attitude/culture to all
Train new employees/contractors and completing follow-up assessments, as well as keeping experienced personnel informed as to safe and efficient methods of performing their assignments
Provide site-specific

MSHA/OSHA

compliance training to employees, contractors, and visitors, by meeting the site’s training plan requirements
Provide training on, MSHA/OSHA auditing, Nutrien Guidance Documents and Tier Standards, Site Specific and Area Specific SOP’s Regulations, etc. This training shall be done on a continuous basis using practical sessions in the field, to ensure understanding and know how
Coach and mentor employees/contractors on sustainable safe work habits
Provide management necessary support to assure safety expectations are met
Instruct on methods of safely performing work
Assist in technical training programs and implementation of approved safety practices to achieve an efficient and safe operation
Involvement in new training alignment initiatives as outlined by Corporate. This will be coordinated with the Training Department
Reinforce employees/contractors to properly plan work following all safe work practices per Nutrien Corporate Policies and Regulations
Coach Safety Team Leaders Meetings and required safety related training sessions to administer effective sessions–develop and distribute Safety Team Leaders meeting topics, follow proper meeting effectiveness guidelines, objectives, and agendas, modifying as appropriate, continuously review and improve training sessions
Review safety related activities for completeness of required documentation–analyzing safety system data streams including KPS’s incident reports, etc. for continuous improvement, analyzing trends and identifying corrective actions in a timely, tracking (daily) of SHE works orders and providing assistance to get them completed if necessary. Providing feedback to personnel on challenges and completion
Understand the elements of process safety management (PSM) and using them as best practices to improve our safety systems
Assist in initial incident investigations and collection of information for ETQ database
Develop, recommend, and provide changes to safety procedures (i.e., Standard Operating Procedures, site policies)
Test, investigate, and approve new PPE
Assist other facilities in safety efforts as needed/directed
Assist or coordinate Industrial Hygiene activities including audiometric testing, pulmonary and/or fit testing
Actively participate in Emergency Management and Crisis Communication Drills
Active involvement with the emergency response activities on site and throughout Nutrien
Maintain records for OSHA, MSHA, ETQ, and PSM Contractor Management
Attend and participate in Contractor meetings
Conduct presentations and training to ensure compliance
Field auditing on contractor activities-provide feedback to Contractors and Nutrien Representatives
Work with contractors to ensure understanding of Nutrien’s short- and long-term goals and that their role plays an integral part of the success of reaching these goals What you will

Bring:

High School Diploma is required. Associate degree or 2-year Technical Degree and higher is preferred
5-7 years’ experience in the petro-chemical industry is preferred, others may be considered
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) certification is preferred
Through work experience qualified candidate will be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a chemical plant
Possess the ability to lead and influence employees/contractors
General business computer application skills required (Microsoft Office, typing, Safety related research)
Ability to assess safety programs and make recommendations to the Safety Manager for continuous improvement
Ability to develop working knowledge of Corporate and site safety programs and policies/procedures
Ability to lead audits and deliver training, as required
Motivation and ability to obtain Professional Safety Certifications
Experience with incident investigations is preferred Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today! The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien’s compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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