Safety Director
Columbus, OH, US, 43223
The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.
Position Overview
The Shelly Safety Director is responsible for collaborating with the Divisional Safety Directors along with Company and Divisional Presidents to establish and develop a culture of safety throughout the Shelly Company. Provide technical and compliance expertise to the in terms of good safety habits and provide direction and skills for a safe work environment. Work closely with other safety managers and supervisory personnel to achieve goals and support the safety of each of the company's business units. Overseeing, managing, and coordinating the administration of the Risk Management and Environmental teams.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :
- Manages one direct report with dotted line reporting from Division Safety Managers.
- Motivate behavior change and create a proactive approach and culture to safety within assigned region and throughout all companies;
- Partner with business unit leadership to drive proper safe behavior and strong safety culture;
- Comply with federal, state and local safety regulations by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; interpreting standards; enforcing adherence to regulations; advising management on needed actions;
- Coordinates and performs ongoing training to ensure an educated, safe, and compliant workforce.
- Enforce safety policies by conducting inspections, reporting statistics and counseling managers and employees;
- Responsible for timely reporting of all safety incidents in accordance with CRH Materials Group standards.
- Ensure accident investigations are conducted and maintain the appropriate records. Assist in determining action required in order to eliminate causes and follow-up to ensure action is taken;
- Conduct inspections and industrial hygiene audits for assigned locations;
- Act as a consultant and resource to executives, managers, supervisors, and hourly employees by providing insight and direction on matters relating to safety incidents or preventable solutions
- Responsible for ensuring required trainings are conducted for managers and employees; may facilitate training as well;
- Assist with insurance company loss control / safety consulting services to support and improve the Company's safety process;
- Carry out all assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner;
- Work with government and regulatory agencies OSHA, MSHA, DOT, etc. during site inspections in all matters relating to safety;
- Create clear and concise reports using Microsoft applications and other company computer programs;
- Responsible for the collection process of the Drug-Free Workplace Program requirements
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.
Additional responsibilities include claims monitoring and administration, report generation, and communication with employees, managers, insurance carriers, medical personnel and lawyers.
Provides information to employees about workers compensation benefits.Assists third party administrator in obtaining information to determine compensability for workers' compensation benefits.Consults with business unit contacts to complete first reports of injuryFacilitates RTW strategies that are cost effective for the Company and productive and meaningful for the employeeWorks with Safety to support prevention programs. Analyzes injury reports and develops methods to address patternsCompletes monthly claims review & reserve status reports (with finance).Assists third party administrator in reviewing workers' compensation benefits for payment of medical bills, legal expenses and indemnity / death benefits.Consults with corporate risk management, third party administrator and legal counsel as needed.Assists legal staff as required in handling litigated claims.Tracks and maintains OSHA log.Tracks and maintains all safety reports to include but not limited to recordables, preventables, accident reports, etc.Tracks, maintains and handles all liability claims. Involves legal counsel when needed.Follows all applicable laws and administers program in accordance to company policies and procedures.Qualifications
Five or more years of workers' compensation claim management experience; general, product and auto liability claims management, OSHA experience preferred. Self-insured workers compensation experience in the state of Ohio highly desired.Prior experience handling lost-time claims.Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent in experience.Must possess Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Strong communication skills, both oral and writtenExceptional interpersonal / customer service skills, must be able to relate with all levels of employeesMust have strong administrative and analytical skillsSelf-starter - requiring minimal supervisionDemonstrate a hands-on, collaborative approach and work well in a teamWillingness to travel occasionallySpecial Requirements :
Travel required in assigned region this position is NOT at a fixed location.Act as an on-call contact for emergency incident management of a 24 / 7 workplaceValid Driver's License