Construction Safety Specialist in Indianapolis

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Founded 40 years ago in Indianapolis and licensed in 38 states, Gilliatte General Contractors’ experience and integrity delivers projects on time, with unmatched standards of quality.

From humble beginnings, Gilliatte has grown into one of the Midwest’s most respected general contracting firms. Today with a team of more than 45 dedicated employees, Gilliatte General Contractors continues to thrive. Gilliatte offers multiple insurance options, a generous 401K plan, vacation time off and holidays!

Job Summary:

The Safety Specialist will develop, coordinate, and implement occupational health policies and procedures to promote and ensure effective safety operations in the organization.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Maintains the OSHA safety log and other administrative requirements related to safety operations and regulations.
• Collaborates with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures. Incorporates and manages company wide risk.
• Ensures safety training for employees. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Ensures completion of required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.
• Provides technical and administrative support to the safety committee.
• Stops operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.
• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
• Conducts employee training on applicable safety standards.
• Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates.
• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Reviews accident and incident reports. Responding to Insurance claims.
• Develops schedules and procedures for and ensures adherence to routine maintenance and non-routine repair of all vehicles in the company’s fleet.
• Collaborates with supervisors and staff to manage and reduce expenses such as those for fuel and labor costs.
• Establishes a schedule for recommended replacement of fleet vehicles.
• Drafts and presents reports on department operations and expenses.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of fleet management and operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel and other related software.
• Must have a Valid drivers license and an acceptable Moving Vehicle Report.
• The ability to pass the Safe Vendor Background check is strongly .

Physical Requirements & Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field required.
• Experience in a construction environment required and in occupational health and safety.
• Experience in fleet maintenance or repair.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar strongly and basic understanding of first aid
• Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times. Pulling and pushing may be required.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces and able to tolerate extreme temperatures in a variety of environments.
• Must be able to travel throughout our field and office locations to conduct safety inspections.

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