Description

Some of the job specific duties include: 

• Visit job sites to conduct safety audits on personnel, equipment, facilities
• Evaluate, assess and alter safety procedures and policies for the benefit of employees
• Prepare and conduct safety training sessions for employees
• Collaborate with managers and the Maintenance team to work on the company goal of minimizing risk
• Educate and directly address safety concerns with employees if situations warrant intervention
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory safety standards including Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
• Research safety regulations and policies and institute changes to ensure compliance
• Lead the safety committee and facilitate safety meetings
• Work with third party consultant(s) and workers compensation insurance company for recommendations and/or training regarding safety issues 
• Coordinate with vendors and internal purchasing department for safety purchases and documentation
• Develop and enforce preventative measures
• Maintain required documentation for OSHA and all other safety related agencies
• Analyze accident reports and evaluate injury case studies based on available facts; present reports on accidents, violations and determine root causes
• Track incident metrics and apply findings
• Lead injury and incident inquiries and evaluations
• Identify process bottlenecks and offer timely solutions
• Monitor and approve workplace repair, installations and any other work that could harm employees' safety
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in occupational health and safety, safety management or similar field
• 3 years of experience as a Safety Manager or similar role
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA with regard to manufacturing and fishing industry
• Previous OSHA training required 
• Experience with taking the lead role during inspections
• Excellent knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience with writing policies and procedures for health and safety
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
• Working knowledge of safety management information systems
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to train, influence and motivate team members
• Ability to enforce policies and procedures
• Self-driven with demonstrated ability to take initiative
• Assertive disposition with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think and respond to situations preventatively
• Organized with detailed work habits
• Critical thinker with effective problem-solving skills
• Effective time-management skills
• Ability to travel to both Town Dock facilities
• Fluent communication in English, including reading and writing
• Basic math skills
• Physical abilities: Climb ladders to inspect equipment, lift 25 lbs. and stand for long periods of time
• A strong belief and commitment to continuous learning and improvement, positive attitude, teamwork, accountability and ethical behavior.