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Vulcan Materials Company
Safety, Health & Environmental Administrator
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What they do
A Safety Specialist works with safety specialists to inspect and test workplace environments and equipment and develop workplace safety programs. May specialize in product and equipment safety, and work to identify and correct safety hazards before they affect a customer or end user.
$58,294 / year median in Florida
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Essential Functions
- Champion Safety, Health, and Environmental Responsibility by identifying, evaluating, and addressing issues in field operations, conducting routine inspections, and developing solutions with relevant management and representatives.
- Maintain comprehensive Safety and Environmental Records, including collecting, organizing, and updating all required site safety and environmental documentation, assisting with training records, and managing PPE levels and orders.
- Provide essential Training to employees on job duties, hazards, and corrective actions, partnering with S&H Representatives for specialized training.
- Monitor and Champion Employee Health by periodically assessing health hazards and scheduling necessary screenings and testing.
- Manage Environmental Inspections, including pulling samples for monthly inspections (stormwater, SPCC), evaluating air quality and dust suppression, and coordinating corrective actions.
- Manage Equipment by reviewing daily inspections, scheduling repairs, performing inventory control of bulk oils, filters, and parts, and maintaining records of equipment hours and fuel consumption. Critical Competencies
- Problem Solving - Identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. Finds practical solutions, implements fixes, and adapts to unexpected challenges.
- Collaboration - Working effectively with others to achieve shared goals through teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect.
- Personal Accountability - Honoring your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others.
- Initiative and Self-Motivation - Ability to take proactive steps, anticipate needs, and act without needing constant direction or supervision; drives to pursue goals, generates ideas, and seeks opportunities for improvement or innovation without waiting for external prompts.
- Reliability and Punctuality - Dependable and consistent in meeting work expectations and deadlines. Demonstrates commitment and follow-through, with reliable performance and attendance. Education
- Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- A technical or college degree is preferred.
- Must have and maintain a valid drivers license. Experience
- 1-2 years of experience in operations is preferred. Must have experience with office and clerical work, including word processing and excel. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must have a working knowledge of the hazards and risks in common quarry operations.
- Knowledge and understanding of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations is preferred.
- Must have the ability to establish effective working relationships with multiple levels of personnel.
- Must have strong communication skills.
- Must display safety-consciousness. Other Requirements
- Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and be able to learn and utilize company-specific software systems.
- Must be able to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
- Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
- Must have a working knowledge of the hazards and risks in common quarry operations.
- Must have strong hazard recognition skills.
- Must display safety-consciousness.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance