EH&S Specialist

SUMMARY: The EH&S Specialist – Utilities will provide oversight and support for the Utilities business line for all construction and environmental compliance field activity. This position reports to the Director Utilities and will have a dotted line to the Director, EH&S for SAC.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Essential Job Duties:

• Oversees and ensures the implementation of the Corporate Injury and Illness Prevention Program on all projects/facilities in assigned area
• Monitors work practices utilized by SAC and/or others present on the projects/facilities. Confers with supervisors and appropriate business leaders on EH&S matters to ensure that work plan procedures are in compliance with SAC, customer, and governmental requirements.
• Stops work in imminent danger situations or conditions having adverse environmental impact. Recommends corrective actions, and advises supervisor and responsible management of action taken.
• Monitors work practices utilized by SAC and/or other contractors/subcontractors to ascertain compliance with the Corporate IIPP and applicable government regulations. Recommends acceptable work practices and ensures their implementation.
• Analyzes occupational safety and health hazards and develops methods of control. Conducts EH&S training programs for project personnel.
• Participates with supervisors/managers in departmental personnel planning and development. Conducts employee performance evaluations.
• Remains cognizant of federal, state, local, or host country environmental, health, and safety regulations. Disseminates information on new/revised regulations to supervisors and employees through verbal and written communications and through revisions to the Corporate IIPP.
• Conducts accident investigations, documents causative factors, and prepares reports.
• Accompanies regulatory compliance officers, local fire, safety, and insurance inspectors during audits for compliance with standards.
• Monitors hazardous waste management, soil erosion and sedimentation control, revegetation, and other environmental issues as directed.
• Executes other ES&H duties as assigned by ES&H management.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience or demonstrated knowledge of of being part of a Safety Team in a safety sensitive enviormnent.
• Utilities knowledge and experience strongly preferred.
• Tower and/or Telecommunications Experience preferred
• Self-motivated
• Safety conscious
• Must have organizational, project management and leadership skills with the ability to lead the Safety Management organization.
• Knowledge of compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
• Understanding of Utility Department strategic objectives and goals and facilitates incorporation of appropriate activities into activities and projects.
• Knowledgeable on Industry Best Practices; assists with development of safety policy and drives process
• Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
• Knowledge of governmental ES&H standards, rules, and regulations and proficiency in applying them to projects or facilities.
• Working knowledge of safe work practices and experience in conducting accident investigations, OSHA/MSHA, DOT compliance, insurance audits, workers’ compensation, and project health surveys.
• Aanalytical ability and acute attention to detail.
• Strong decision making ability.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Must be able to pass a DMV background check
  

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors Degree in ES&H/Management or related science/engineering area preferred; and/or equivalent experience/training in addition to experience leading to the thorough understanding of the knowledge described above.
  

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Full Benefit Package, 401K program, and opportunities for advancement in a rapidly growing industry with a financially stable company.
• Employment is dependent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
  

OUR MISSION:

We build an intelligent, connected world through the unparalleled execution of services and delivery of solutions to the telecommunications industry.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Safety: Make a personal commitment to safety every day.
• Quality: Produce high quality work product.
• Speed: Execute with a sense of urgency and speed.
• Professionalism: Display a professional attitude in conduct with customers, vendors and teammates.
• Customer Service : Understand our customers' needs and deliver for them.
• Teamwork: Foster teamwork and be a great member of the team.
• Communication: Create and welcome open and honest communication.
• Ethics: Exhibit unquestionable integrity.
• Good Decisions: Make sound, smart decisions and welcome input from others.
• Financial Acumen: Understand how our work impacts customers' and our company's bottom-line.
• World View: Understand how our work builds an intelligent, connected world.
  

CORE VALUES:

• Hire and Develop Great People : We hire talented people to share our mission, values, and core competences and we are committed to developing the best people in our business
• Say It : We commit to action with our customers, suppliers, shareholders and team members; and lead with conviction and courage
• Own It : We execute with intention, urgency, and rigor and embrace personal accountability for our commitments
• Make it Better: We improve every day in every facet of our mission and business, and seek to be world-class in all that we do.
• Expect Amazing: When we combine great people with the ability to say it, own it, and make it better, we expect to amaze our customers, suppliers, shareholders and team members as we deliver services and solutions.
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Acute attention to detail
• Sit for prolonged periods.
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Accurately complete detailed forms and reports.
• Calculate figures and amounts.
• Travel may be required.
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office and outside
  

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.