Job Description

Job Title:
HSE Specialist SOC code:
29-9011 FLSA Classification:
Non-exempt Department/Location:
HSE/ Various location – Project Site (Remote) Reports to:
HSE Corporate Manager Status:
Full Time, Temporary EEO-1:
Professional Normal Work Hours and Days: Regularly scheduled during the work season, approximately from April to November 6 days a week 12 hours days. Hours, start time, and days worked may vary depending on workload and seasonal project needs. Mandatory overtime based on seasonal workload and remote work settings Frequent travel to remote projects sites, requiring long days/hours.
EEO Statement:
Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. **This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.**

Help coordinated compliance with all applicable Health, Safety & Environmental HSE) related requirements (federal, state, local, and company). Ensure that appropriate safety data/information is collected, maintained, and processed and that trends are identified, reported to management and followed up on. Assist with field safety audits, HSE/regulatory compliance, and training/orientation and incident response.
Essential Functions:

Maintain HSE training files and records, safety audit files, incident reports, etc.
Update and maintain site emergency plans, contacts.
Collect AHAs, critical lift plans and BBS observations. Identify and document trends, inform appropriate parties and track follow up.
Maintain MSDS documentation.
Maintain necessary inventory of PPE appropriate for current operations.
Conduct facility audits quarterly/monthly and follow up on deficiencies.
Advise management on performance deficiencies of field personnel or field practices and areas for improvement.
Counsel and advice employees and managers on unsafe behaviors and incidents.
Advise staff on company, client and regulatory HSE standards, policies, and procedures.
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client safety representatives.
Conduct new hire safety orientations and assist supervisors with short service employee program.
Coordinate and or conduct site safety training (internal or external) including OSHA 10 HR topics, rigging, crane operator, first aid/CPR, aerial lift, and forklift/loader.
Coordinate site online training programs.
Issue and instruct new hires on proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
Participate in weekly safety meetings.
Participate or assist with drug and alcohol program, including scheduling and coordination of random and post-accident employee drug testing.
Collect all incident report documentation and forward to HSE and Site Managers. Assist supervisors in completing documentation as needed.
Participates in the collection of information, determination of cause, and documentation of post incident investigations.
Provide technical assistance with emergency response (spills, injuries, equipment damage) as necessary.
Assist with injury case management, light duty assignment, etc.
Assist with maintaining site emergency equipment (annual fire extinguisher inspections, first aid equipment, spill kits, etc.).

Other Tasks:

Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Assist Project Manager/Operations Manager, as requested.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably can also perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:
Minimum:

High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of experience in a safety role and two years oil & gas/construction industry experience, and Mine site (MSHA) or combination thereof
Must possess a valid state driver license

Preferred:

Knowledge of MSHA, OSHA, DOT and EPA regulations
MSHA Blue card holder
MSHA certification
Extensive familiarity with trucking and crane operations and industry standards
OSHA 510 or 511 Training
Fall Protection competent person training
Qualified Rigger training
Aerial Lift train-the-trainer course
HAZWOPER, DOT HAZMAT

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of the practical application of construction engineering and technology.
Basic office computer skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Strong problem solving abilities and communication skills (verbal and written).
Highly organized and strong time management abilities.
Knowledge of management principles involved in planning, resource allocation and production methods and the ability to apply in overseeing remote construction project activities.
Knowledge of relevant regulations, policies, procedures, and strategies to ensure environment and safety standards.
Knowledge of and ability to apply first aid.
Ability to see and record written data and information.

Ability to work independently with little supervision.

Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.

Ability to wear protective clothing.

Ability to work long days/hours and in adverse weather conditions.

Physical Demands:
The following activities were rated for frequency of occurrence based on the following: Not Present = NP 1-10% of the work day = Rare 34-66% of the work day = Frequent 11-33% of the work day = Occasional 67-100% of the work day = Constant Sitting

Frequent

Reaching Overhead Frequent Standing Frequent Reaching Straight Ahead Frequent Walking Frequent Reaching Downward Frequent Bending/Stooping Frequent Handling Frequent Crouching Frequent Fingering Occasionally Kneeling Frequent Feeling Occasionally Crawling Frequent Talking Occasionally Climbing Frequent (Onto equipment) Hearing Occasionally Balancing Occasionally Twisting Frequent Operate Foot Controls Occasionally Twist of Wrist Frequent (Pounds) Constant Frequent Occasional Rare Lifting 50 lbs. 100 lbs. Carrying 10 lbs. 50 lbs. 100 lbs.
Pushing/Pulling 50 lbs. 100 lbs.
Working Conditions: ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS CHECK (If Present) COMMENTS 1. Exposure to Inclement Weather 2. Extreme Cold X 0 to –50 degrees, Arctic weather outside. 3. Extreme Heat X 4. Wet and/or Humid X Will experience Rain/Snow/Ice on location 5. Noise X Frequent noise from equipment. 6. Vibration X Occasional Normal Equipment Vibration 7. Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.) X Possible diesel fumes INHERENT HAZARDS 8. Moving Mechanical Parts X 9. Electric Shock 10. High, Exposed Places 11. Radiant Energy 12. Explosives 13. Toxic or Caustic Chemicals 14. Other Risks X Aware of the potential hazards of working around equipment.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments

About Alaska Aggregate Products LLC

Alaska Aggregate Products, LLC (AAP) has been a successful heavy civil contractor in Alaska and Washington since 2009. We complete various types of work that offer challenges and promote innovative designs.

We specialize in remote earthworks projects, such as roads, bridges, site development and utility infrastructure. We have supported the Mining industry in Alaska since our beginning, completing major mine infrastructure projects such as Earthen and Concrete Dams, Heap Leach Pads, Lined Ponds, HDPE piping systems, and many others.

We have had the opportunity to work with and maintain some of the best clients and provide them with a product we are proud of. AAP has had the privilege of maintaining clients such as Kinross, Hilcorp, Coeur, US Army Corps of Engineers, etc. Each client has offered an opportunity for us to successfully complete projects that are highly technical, have intimidating climate, and challenging terrain. It is always our goal to start and finish a product with safety on our forefront, project quality top notch, provide exceptional customer service, and to provide a competitive price.

At Alaska Aggregate Products our main goal is to provide a quality product with safety at the forefront. Allowing safety to come first has implemented a safety culture that is improving with every project completed. This safety culture allows us to have a safety record that we are very proud of, on average each year having over 200,000 man-hours with no lost time incidents.

Industry

Construction & Skilled Trades

Company Size

11-50 employees

Headquarters

Palmer, Alaska

Year Founded

2009

Website

ak-gravel.com

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