Bilingual Health & Safety Specialist

Job Summary

Health and Safety Specialists are responsible for identifying hazards in the workplace, inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, oversees and trains on compliance with corporate & government health, safety standards, & regulations, design & implement workplace processes and procedures that help protect workers from potentially hazardous work conditions, Investigate accidents and incidents to identify their causes and to determine how they might be prevented in the future, conduct training on a variety of safety topics, coaching and educating all Flynn Employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage the safety requirements of operational construction sites and equipment.
• Conduct safety evaluations of Flynn project sites using documentation and standardized processes. 
• Ensure that sub-contractors adhere to required safety standards 
• Identifying potential risks and safety hazards during a project through involvement throughout the job life cycle.
• Perform accident and incident investigations as per the company's health and safety programs.
• Maintain a conducive working relationship with management, PM's, Superintendents and field through education and giving practical on-site application options.
• Assist with the communication and implementation of the companies claims management and return to work program.  Assist with the communication and development of the safety programs.  
• Conduct new worker safety orientations and other required training programs as needed.  Attend and facilitate monthly safety committee meetings required.  
• Site visits for safety audits and to be a resource to the field team.  

Desired Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish/English required
• BS in Safety and Health or equivalent relevant experience
• OSHA 30, OSHA 502 Train the Trainer, or willing to become certified.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a safety role with a construction company.
• Safety knowledge in Working at Heights, Fall Protection, Fire Protection, GHS/Haz Com, and other OSHA regulations
• Ability to be on roofs (not afraid of heights)
• Computer literate (Microsoft applications).
• Training and performing presentation frequently are an asset
• Self-motivated and willingness to learn
• Valid driver's license required

Flynn Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer - minorities/women/disabled/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.