Health and Safety Manager

Houston, TX, United States

The Health and Safety Manager will work within the Training and Development group to facilitate compliance with all federal, state and local governmental regulations and safeguard the division, its employees, the community, and the environment with respect to Health and Safety in construction, facility maintenance, and the general office workplace.

In addition, this position offers the opportunity to supervise various committees, including audit and incident investigation, emergency planning, risk assessment, program development, implementation, and training of rules and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervises the implementation of the Harris County Engineering Department safety policies and procedures

Develops and presents training for new hires, contractors, and other employees as required

Develops, updates, and maintains safety compliance programs

Maintains inventory of safety and environmental supplies

Monitors employees, contractors, and visitors by spending a significant amount of time at critical sites, ensuring all programs and procedures are adequate and followed properly

Sustains and improves current behavior-based safety programs and policies

Leads and participates in all incident investigations with proper documentation and action plans

Develops metrics for conducting contractor, construction site and internal facility audits

Develops and tracks corrective actions for audit findings

Participates in Harris County Safety committee meetings

Other Duties as assigned

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email  [email protected] .

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or ability to earn within six (6) months of hire

OR

Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or ability to earn within six (6) months of hire with three (3) years of additional documented construction safety experience

OR

Additional Safety Certifications with at least five (5) years of additional documented construction safety experience

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in construction and facility safety

NOTE: Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) of the 12 series 12C, 12H, 12N, 12W, or similar MOS/ specialty types across any branch of the US Military may be considered to fulfill education and experience requirements (To qualify, military experience and rank must be clearly documented on your application employment history).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must have a demonstrated history of safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures

Knowledge of machines throughout facilities, including computer and safety equipment

Must be self-motivated with a growth mindset and a true concern for the safety and welfare of others

Must possess excellent leadership, team building, problem solving, and organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication required

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Valid State Issued Driver's License

Ability to operate general office equipment

Ability to demonstrate effective use of general safety equipment

NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but  ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"  will not be accepted for qualifications.

Education:

Bachelors or Associates degree related to safety, engineering, architecture, construction, environmental, or related field

Experience:

Five (5) years of experience in construction and facility safety

Experience in human safety, construction and environmental/regulatory compliance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Management and Supervisory experience a plus

Certified OSHA Trainer

Experience with OSHA 10, OSHA 30, HAZWOPER training programs a plus

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Regular Full-Time

7:30 am – 4:30 pm | Monday to Friday

Subject to Early Mornings, Evenings, Weekends, & Holidays as Needed

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Based on 26 pay periods

Work Environment:

Approximately 10% of duties will be performed outdoors where there will be routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, air pollution, wind, and dust.

May be exposed to snakes, wildlife, wasps, bees, and other flying/walking insects

May be exposed to aquatic bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms

Approximately 90% of duties will be performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, air conditions, and noise levels.

Extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor)

May be exposed to fluids, compounds, or chemicals used in cleaning offices and/or work areas

Physical Demands:

Occasional driving of a vehicle with automatic and four-wheel drive controls

Frequent standing and walking; prolonged sitting for extended periods of time

This position requires bending, stooping and lifting up to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs/ladders.

Occasional sorting, filing, shelving, and handling of documents, books, files, materials, and equipment

Frequent standing and walking on rough and uneven or rocky surfaces or ground such as deep sloping terrain, plowed or furrowed areas during field visits

Location:

1111 Fannin St Houston, TX 77002

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

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