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Safety Specialist - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States, 37830

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Safety Specialist - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Location:

Lenexa, KS, US; Idaho Falls, ID, US; Aiken, SC, US; Oak Ridge, TN, US

Requisition ID:

177894

Job Level:

Entry Level

Home District/Group:

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department:

Safety

Market:

Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview District Overview Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

provides comprehensive engineering, procurement, and construction services throughout North America, with expertise spanning all facets of the nuclear sector—from carbon-free small modular reactors to Department of Energy initiatives. Our services support clients in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure industries.

Supported by Kiewit’s 140-year tradition of excellence, our integrated teams deliver solutions that distinguish us within the market. As our nuclear operations continue to grow, adding new locations across the United States, we remain steadfast in our commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, equipping our professionals with advanced technologies and resources.

Joining our team offers unique opportunities for growth and achievement. Employees benefit from rigorous training, continuous skill development, and participation in impactful projects across North America. In addition to a dynamic work environment, Kiewit provides competitive health benefits, a 401k plan, and avenues for professional advancement.

Location One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors

Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program

Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans

Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work

Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP

Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files

Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics

Assist with incident investigations, and implementation of effective solutions

Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions

Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work

Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client specific requirements

Qualifications

OSHA 30, 500 and 510 certifications

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred

Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements

Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred

Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies

Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done

The ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment

Other common names for this role: Project Safety Coordinator, Onsite Safety Coordinator, Field Safety Coordinator, “Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator”, EH&S Coordinator

Other Requirements

Work productively and meet deadlines timely

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit.

Too long to translate ... You will have opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and training and development opportunities.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

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