Employer: Tetra Tech Job Title: Site Safety and Health Officer Reference Code: 15321 City: Virginia Beach State: VA Zip Code: 23450 FEIN#: Description: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. We are a diverse company, including individuals with expertise in science, research, engineering, construction, and information technology. Our strength is in collectively providing integrated servicesdelivering the best solutions to meet our clients needs. With more than 14,000 employees worldwide, 350 offices worldwide and $2.6 Billion revenue in 2013, Tetra Techs capabilities span the entire project cycle. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. Tetra Tech currently has an opportunity for a Site Safety and Health Officer at our Virginia Beach, VA location. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Coordinate ESQ activities on large hazardous waste sites requiring an ESQ department. * Determine the level of protective equipment, uses and interpret monitoring instruments; analyze safety and health hazards, assess risk levels, develop and recommend control measures and decontamination procedures; investigate accidents, illnesses and injuries occurring on project sites; develop emergency procedures; ensure compliance with OSHA and related regulations. * May function as the ESS for a project, which would include the following responsibilities: * Assist with the implementation of the EHS plan and EMS and EHS programs. * Ensure that employees understand the requirements of the EHS program and procedures through training and communication. * Obtain approval of all EHS plans. * Perform specific tasks in accordance with the EHS plans. * Fulfill the specific responsibilities for project ESQ staff identified within each EHS procedure. * May approve H&SP and function as the Project H&S Manager if approved by the Regional ESQ Manager, the Project Environmental Safety Manager (PESM) and allowed by the contract. * Prepare or assist in the preparation of Environmental Health & Safety Plans including Environmental Protection Plans, Waste Management Plans, regulatory compliance plans, storm water management plans, storm water pollution prevention plans, spill prevention control and counter measure plans, contingency plans, emergency response plans and health & safety plans. * Prepare ESQ sections of proposals. * Conduct and develop ESQ training programs. * Provide ESQ services to clients. * Conduct ESQ related audits of projects and offices. * Order the shutdown of site activities upon determining the presence of an imminent health and safety hazard. Develop an extensive understanding of the limitations, advantages and costs of health and safety equipment, as well as new designs/equipment. * Participate in the development of business opportunities. * Keep current with developments in and interpretation of environmental, occupational health and quality standards and regulations. * Coordinate Quality activities on large sites requiring a Quality department; determine the appropriate level of quality for the project and assist in the coordination of quality aspects. * Prepare Quality plans, review and approve plans and procedures and function as a Project Quality Manager if contract or project specifications do not require certification. * Prepare Quality sections of proposals. * Develop and conduct Quality training programs. * Conduct Quality audits of projects and offices and participate as an auditor under the direction of a Lead Auditor. * Perform other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: * Bachelors degree from an accredited institution. * 2-5 years of applicable experience. Candidates who are interested in joining our dynamic team should submit a resume to Tetra Tech Inc., at tetratech. Please mention the position that you are applying for in your cover letter and include salary requirements. A pre-employment drug screen is required. Tetra Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. Please visit our website at tetratech to see the array of services that we provide and exciting projects we are currently working on. If you are disabled and need assistance with your job application process, please send the position you are applying for to: western.region2@tetratech or send a fax to (973) 630-8111. Application Website: client.maxoutreach/Jobs/Job.aspx?Job=5458110
Posted on: Tue, 25 Mar 2014 12:02:41 +0000