Safety Specialist
The Scruggs Company

Company Overview:

The Scruggs Company is a dynamic and growing business located in Hahira, Georgia. As both a leading commercial asphalt paving manufacturer and contractor, we have established our presence locally and throughout the southeastern United States.

Our success is deeply rooted in our unwavering commitment to prioritizing the safety and well-being of our 700 employees, resulting in an outstanding average tenure of over 10 years, with many surpassing the 20-year mark.

The Scruggs Company, a leader in Georgia road construction, is part of the Construction Partners, Inc. group of operating companies.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced, highly motivated Safety Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring all aspects of the asphalt manufacturing and construction process are executed safely and in compliance with company policies, client protocol, and regulatory agency requirements.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with all departments to identify and mitigate potential safety hazards. In addition, the candidate will develop, implement, and monitor safety policies, programs, and procedures as they relate to paving projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance:

• Identify, meet, and maintain procedures which comply with company policies and regulatory agency mandates
• Conduct safety audits and inspections to ensure crews are operating in compliance with internal and external policies and regulations
• Investigate incidents and accidents to establish root causes and develop corrective actions
• Maintain records and documentation for safety-related issues as required by company policy, insurance reporting, and regulatory entities
• Conduct periodic reviews of all safety regulatory bodies (OSHA, EPA, DOT, FMCSA) for updates and additions to policies, procedures, and regulations

Develop Safety Policies, Procedures, and Programs:

• Collaborate with departments and crews to identify and mitigate safety hazards and concerns relevant to paving construction processes and procedures
• Identify safety training needs and develop training programs
• Design and deliver training materials to ensure department members, crews, and subcontractors (when necessary) are familiar with relevant safety topics
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs utilizing safety performance metrics
• Ensure established safety protocols are implemented and maintained

Maintaining Presence: This position requires a boots-on-the-ground approach to development, implementation, monitoring, and ensuring compliance.

• Ability to bend, climb, crouch, grasp, kneel, lift, stoop, etc.
• Sit and stand for extended amounts of time
• Lift, pull or push up to 50lbs
• Visit and engage with personnel on company properties and job sites in all weather conditions
• Exposure to company properties and job sites may include, but is not limited to: dust, dirt, vapors, fluids, machinery, high-decibel noise
• On-call availability on selected nights/weekends to respond to incidents

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety Management, Construction Management, or related field is preferred; experience and knowledge may be considered a substitute
• OSHA 500 Certification (Preferred)
• ASP Certification (Preferred)
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction safety regulatory agencies and compliance requirements
• Proven experience in development, implementation, and monitoring of safety programs
• Skilled in conducting audits and inspections, analyzing results and prescribing solutions
• Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Proficiency utilizing computers, phones, and tablets in field and office settings
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and senior leadership.
• Satisfactory MVR / Background
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Benefits:

• $55k-$75k per year, B.O.E.
• Vacation & PTO
• Vehicle allowance
• Affordable, comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• 401k, with company matching
• Employee stock purchase program (Construction Partners, Inc.: ROAD)

The Scruggs Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans. EEO is the law.

The Scruggs Company complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, please contact Human Resources.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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