Job Information
The Walsh Group HSE Specialist I in Roanoke, Virginia
Overview
Archer Western, a member of The Walsh Group, is currently seeking a HSE Specialist for our Mid - Atlantic Heavy Civil Group located in Roanoke, VA.
The HSE Specialist coordinates, implements and monitors all aspects of the health, safety and environmental (EHS) processes at various project locations.
As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.
There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:
Challenging, complex work
Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
Opportunities for growth, training, and development
Flexibility in career path & progression
Opportunities to work and live all over the United States
Responsibilities
Periodically conducts comprehensive EHS assessments. Recommends to project management corrective measures for unsafe conditions.
Provides training and education to Company personnel regarding EHS requirements and recommends advancements to materials.
Assists project management in the coordination of subcontractor EHS protocols, vendor and owner personnel working on company project. Coordinates project EHS programs with subcontractors. Assists in planning and coordinating work to minimize risks, and aggressively manage losses involving injuries or property damages .
Conducts accident investigations and completes incident reporting for Project Management review.
Establishes hospital and clinical care facilities for each project.
Accompanies injured employees to treatment and medical evaluation. Ensures all EHS protocols are followed.
Advises Project Management on Industrial Hygiene protocols; performs Environmental Monitoring.
Administers the Company’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy, ensuring proper testing for Pre- Employment, Vehicle Authorization, Reasonable Suspicion, Post-Accident, Random, and Follow-Up.
Facilitates orientation of all project employees to the EHS practices required by the Company.
Provides a weekly safety update to EHS Leadership.
Administers the corporate SPAT process on assigned projects.
Qualifications
High School Diploma, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
Less than 3 years of experience in the construction safety field
Some travel required
Required to stand, walk, sit and climb stairs or ladders
OSHA 30 hour preferred
First Aid, CPR AED preferred
Self-motivated
Leadership skills
The Walsh Group offers competitive wages and benefits, including:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Generous Vacation Time & Paid US Holidays
Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter Benefits Program
Maternity Leave Policy
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Term Life and AD&D Insurance
If hired by The Walsh Group, you must be in compliance with your employment location’s COVID-19 related requirements, if any.
The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at312-563-5905or hr@walshgroup.com .
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran
Job Locations US-VA-Roanoke
Requisition ID 2024-12074
Position Type Experienced - Full-Time
Category Safety
Division Transportation