MTA Safety Manager - Long Island

Project Duration: 2+ years

Project Locations: Eastport, Sagaponack, and Amagansett, NY.

Responsibilities:

In addition to being able to function effectively as part of a team, a successful applicant will need to:

• Develop and implement site-specific Accident Prevention Program (APP), task-specific SafeWork Plan (SWP) and Tool Box Talks.
• Implement the Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Ensure that all Federal, State and local safety and health regulations are being implemented.
• Conduct daily and weekly safety meeting with the workforce and management.
• Lead in incident investigation and development of corrective action(s).
• Possess strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to use Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Display willingness to learn and participate in company-wide systems for project tracking, communication, etc.

Qualifications:

Applicants for the position Must Have:

• MUST BE a Board Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• Minimum of 5 years of prior related experience working on or alongside active tracks.
• Knowledge of FRA Roadway Worker Safety and OSHA standards required.
• Ability to commute to multiple jobsite locations within Eastport, Sagaponack, and Amagansett, NY.

Applicants for the position Nice to Have:

• Prior acceptance as either Safety Manager or Safety Coordinator for the MTA.
• Experience with bridge replacement projects.
• Experience with Teamwork.
• An active membership in ASSP (American Society of Safety Professionals).

Compensation:

• Based on experience
• Opportunity for Overtime.
• Competitive Benefit Package including Paid Health Insurance & Time Off.

The ideal candidate will have high attention to detail and a genuine care to his/her work. Most importantly, the ideal candidate will be able to maintain a high level of business ethics while performing assigned duties.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Potential for overtime