HS&E SAFETY SUPERVISOR (Fort Lauderdale)

Orion has an immediate opening for an HS&E Site Supervisor , in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This position is accountable for the effective execution and technical support of the Health, Safety and Environmental Programs at assigned location.

Primary responsibilities :

• Ensures that field safety programs and policies are in place to promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory guidelines.
• Monitors and implements Employee Safety, Incident Prevention Programs, and Safe Work Practices.
• Works with the safety management team to establish short-term and long-term goals and objectives for the Company's Health, Safety, & Environmental programs.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including Coast Guard, USACE, and other maritime rules, on safety, health, and environmental issues to promote compliance in each of these areas.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Three (3) to five (5) years safety and health experience in marine construction environment is required. A B.S. Degree in Occupational Safety or related discipline is strongly preferred.

BCSP Credentials such as CSP, ASP, CHST are preferred. OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Outreach Training is required. Bi-lingual (Spanish / English) preferred but not required. Must hold a current CPR / AED / First Aid certification.

The successful candidate must have a working knowledge of Safety Management, local, state and federal Safety Regulations, Accident & Incident Prevention, Emergency Response, Risk Management, and standard safety Policies & Procedures. Prior experience in the Marine Construction industry is preferred. This individual must also possess training skills, communication skills (verbal and writing), and must be able to effectively interface with employees at all levels of the organization.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must possess ability to remain calm when emergencies occur and respond appropriately depending on the circumstances of the incident. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment to work or visit the work locations including hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, gloves, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFDs) or other equipment that may be required by the work being performed.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

Ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate. Ability to develop and foster a positive work environment at all levels. Ability to resolve conflicts using problem resolution skills.

Ingenuity, resourcefulness and creativity are necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Company standards, to develop safe work practice procedures, and achieve established goals and objectives.

In addition, the Safety Supervisor must also be capable of :

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters.

Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, or sitting for long periods of time.

Accessing confined spaces or climbing to elevated areas.

Adapting to extreme temperature changes and outdoor conditions.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

Compensation & Benefits :

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include :

Medical, including Prescription Drugs

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan w / company match

Paid Time Off Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave

Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Career Growth & Development

Candidate Response :

Qualified applicants should apply through the company career page :

https : / / www.oriongroupholdingsinc.com / about-us / careers-at-orion

Candidates that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual o