Safety Professional I

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) we work like owners because we are owners. As a majority employee owned ESOP Company, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. Our standard is to achieve operational excellence at all levels of the organization, whether we are serving internal or external customers. We are fueled by success, because we are personally vested in the outcome.

In addition to our employer-contributed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement program, we also have a traditional Company matched 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. If advancement is what you’re looking for, we offer that also. Our learning and development opportunities are industry leading, and the formula for our success is centered on promotion from within.

Intrigued? Read on to learn more about specific opportunities to join our dedicated team.

About the Opportunity

We are searching for a Safety Professional responsible for the local market. In this role you will be responsible for on-site compliance with regulatory agencies; to include: MSHA; OSHA; BATF; DOT; DEP; local state & town regulatory agencies. Fostering a safety culture while ensuring that the divisions and operations comply with applicable regulations and company standards.

What you will be doing:

• Conduct safety observations at jobsites, magazines, & shops to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards (MSHA; OSHA; DOT; BATF; DEP; state & local regulatory agencies); document non-compliant conditions; responsible persons and actions required.
• Distribute safety observation reports to responsible division or operation; work as a team to correct conditions found.
• Correct non-compliant conditions at time of observation when able.
• Collaborate and assist with incident investigations, facilitate WC claim submission, and assist employees in utilizing a return-to-work program.
• Maintain consistent communication with their Regional Safety Manager/Supervisor to establish priorities and ensure that the strategic safety goals of the companies are achieved.
• Demonstrate a strong safety focus; belief that the safety and health of all employees is not just about compliance, but about ensuring that everyone makes it home safely every day. Communicate the message of the Company Safety Vision and Values.

In order to be successful in this role, here is what we will need from you:

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships and establish mutual trust quickly. Ability to ask thoughtful questions and take a collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Proven understanding of safety principles, regulations, and best practices. Has knowledge to identify general safety hazards and ensure that all team members are aligned.

About You

You are an experienced Safety Professional. An Associates degree or higher is preferred, but not required. Your experience within the construction industry is highly valued. You have a strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, record keeping, and injury management skills.

Aside from technical competency, dedication, enthusiasm, hard work, integrity, honesty, and responsibility are key indicators for us in any candidate interested in joining our world-class team. Is this you? Are you excited to make a difference? If you are, go ahead and hit that APPLY button because we cannot wait to meet you!

Interested in learning more about advancement opportunities? Check out these videos:

Dante (CST) talks about what it’s like to work at MD&B:

Elissa (Blaster) talks about her progression with MD&B:

Dan (CEO) talks about career advancement opportunities: