Field Safety Specialist

Position: Field Safety Specialist

Employment Status: Full-Time, Salary

Reports to: Safety and Risk Manager

Location: Bonner Springs, KS 66012

JOB SUMMARY:

The Field Safety Specialist is responsible for overseeing and enforcing safety protocols and practices at job sites to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. This role involves conducting safety inspections, training employees on safety practices, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and responding to incidents in the field. The Field Safety Specialist works closely with field teams, management, and safety officers to minimize risks and ensure that safety standards are consistently upheld.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Supervise and enforce safety protocols and procedures at job sites to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and audits of company and customer sites to identify potential hazards, implement proactive safety measures, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, including OSHA and other industry-specific safety standards.
• Ensure that personal protective equipment (PPE) is used appropriately by all employees and that safety equipment is maintained and functional.
• Monitor job sites for compliance with OSHA standards, company policies, and other relevant safety regulations.
• Lead the response to safety incidents, accidents, or near misses in the field, ensuring that immediate actions are taken to prevent further risk.
• Following an incident or accident, document findings and gather all necessary information as illustrated in the organization’s incident and accident response plan.
• Prepare and submit detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records of safety-related occurrences.
• Conduct safety meetings and training sessions for field employees on topics such as hazard identification, proper use of PPE, emergency procedures, safe work practices, and other organization-specific safety topics.
• Ensure that all new hires and subcontractors receive proper safety orientation and training before starting work on-site.
• Develop and update training materials and safety guidelines to reflect the latest best practices and regulatory changes.
• Assist in the development and implementation of safety programs, policies, and procedures across all field operations.
• Collaborate with the Safety and Risk Manager to ensure that safety initiatives are effectively communicated and followed by field teams.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and responsibility, encouraging employees to report hazards and participate in safety initiatives.
• Prepare and submit safety reports and documentation as required by regulatory agencies and company management.
• Identify potential hazards in the field and implement measures to mitigate risks to employees and equipment.
• Work with project managers and supervisors to plan and execute safe work practices, especially for high-risk activities.
• Participate in pre-lift meetings for critical lifts to identify potential hazards, implement proactive safety measures, and ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations.
• Ensure that site- and company-specific emergency procedures are in place and that all employees are familiar with evacuation plans and emergency protocols.
• Conduct drills and exercises to prepare field teams for potential emergency situations such as fires, chemical spills, or other hazardous incidents.
• Coordinate with emergency response teams and medical personnel in the event of an on-site emergency.
• Act as a liaison between field teams, management, and safety officers to ensure that safety concerns are addressed promptly and effectively.
• Communicate safety updates, regulatory changes, and incident reports to relevant stakeholders.
• Foster positive relationships with employees, subcontractors, and safety authorities to promote a collaborative approach to safety.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Travel as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety Management, or related field preferred.
• Certified in OSHA 30-hours, First-Aid/CPR.
• Three+ (3) years of experience in occupational safety, preferably in a field or construction environment.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA and ASME standards.
• Experience with safety audits, incident investigations and emergency response planning.
• Ability to lead and influence others to prioritize safety in all operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, stoop or crouch.
• The work environment involves working in both office and field environments, including exposure to potential safety hazards.

GENERAL DUTIES and EXPECTATIONS:

• Contribute to the professional culture within the office and company overall.
• Follow direction from management and manage tasks prescribed.
• Provide leadership qualities regarding safety and company policies.
• Adhere to Company Code of Conduct/Ethics and Core Values.
• Multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Contribute to the professional culture within the office and company overall.
• Ensure security of information in all matters pertaining to company, client, and customer information.
• Ability to work out of the office and travel as needed.
• 40-hour work week in pursuit of company objectives. Requires after-hours and weekend on-call availability to handle incidents and emergencies.
• Travel required.