Health and Safety Supervisor

The Health and Safety Supervisor will be assigned to a large construction project on-site at Misawa Air Base, Japan.
The project is starting in the Spring of 2024 and is anticipated to last approximately 3 years.
Experience on US Federal construction projects and fluency in Japanese and English languages are strongly desired.
Follow on assignments at the conclusion of the initial project may include opportunities in Japan, US, or internationally.
In this position you will: Provide support to the Health and Safety Manager Coordinate the implementation of Accident Prevention Plans (APP) Actively promote and support the health and safety programs at project sites Oversee the completion of Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) preparation and acceptance As directed, lead health and safety training for Company staff, subcontractors, and any parties required to participate to ensure achievement of exceptional health & safety standards including participating in developing training content Author health and safety related documentation (reports, logs, and records), completing required information for daily reports and client communications in a timely and accurate manner Ensure that all documentation is organized and stored as required Provide guidance to subcontractors, clients, and project team members to ensure that project activities are completed according to applicable health and safety plan(s) Conduct regular inspections to assess health and safety plan adherence as well as identify potential loss and risk Take appropriate actions to prevent loss and mitigate risk in accordance to Company standards and practices Ensure that deficiencies are corrected in a timely manner and to acceptable measures Represent the Company in a positive and professional manner in client and regulatory agency interactions.
Report health and safety incidents to the Company Incident Database Conduct related investigations thoroughly, completing associated documentation accurately.
Communicate and document corrective actions Verify implementation of corrective action, track and analyze corrective action, and close-out corrective action documentation upon acceptable completion Supervisor and mentor Health & Safety Technicians Review of qualifications of subcontractors Collaborate with Quality Control counterparts to ensure coordination between areas of responsibility Requirements The ability to communicate in written and oral formats with diplomacy and tact An aptitude for exercising independent thinking and reasoning Demonstrated success in teaching others health and safety concepts and requirements Skilled in problem solving and experience leading others without formal reporting authority Proven knowledge of US Army Corps of Engineers EM 385 1-1, OSHA 1910 and 1926 Competent in using Microsoft Office products, email systems, and Windows Five years of progressive work experience in a position directly related to health and safety with minimum one year of experience serving as an onsite Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO).
Ability to travel for long periods Must be able to obtain and maintain military base pass as required Current Driver’s license and good driving record Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field.
Country equivalents for US listed requirements may be accepted.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for this requirement.
Preferred Qualifications Previous success in working effectively in a dotted line reporting structure Hands-on experience in industrial hygiene monitoring and use of hazardous work permits Associate Safety Professional, Certified Safety Professional, Occupational Health & Safety Technologist (OHST) or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) designation OSHA 30 Hour Construction Certification HAZWOPER 40 Hour Certification and 8 Hour Refresher Certification HAZWOPER Supervisor Certification English and Japanese language skills.
USA employee full-time benefits: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision Insurance Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance Paid Time off and Holiday Pay 401k with deferral matching, ESOP, Student Debt Reduction Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Education Assistance, Mentorship Program, Talent Learning Management System Employee referral Bonus Program Company-Matching charitable giving program