WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.

Why join Ballard?  It’s simple.  Our projects are as diverse as our culture is collaborative. The HSE Lead isn’t pigeon-holed as “Safety”. They are integral to the team and participate from the outset by preparing our team members for success.  “Get the job done!” is a reality at Ballard. But we do it with Quality, Efficiency and Safety sharing equal value.  Basically, we “get the job done” well and safely.”  Family owned and team run, you’ll get the opportunity to do all that you can and want to do, with tons of room for professional growth.  It’s really that simple.  You want to work here.  Really.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

Every project requires preparation and execution. The HSE Lead will serve the Region in support of the construction work we do for utilities, cities, the military and a raft of diverse clients. Whether the work is topside or diving, you’ll use your problem-solving acumen to provide guidance to the team on its safe completion.

You’ll have a supervisor, but he’s really cool and would love for you to be a partner to him.  Technically, you will have ownership of training, preparing plans, conducting assessments, and continually learning how to make the culture better.

This position will support Ballard’s Southeast area in the Eastern region. This position will be based out of the Bradenton, FL office. This position requires travel up to 50%.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Qualities:

• Service - Is your hallmark! We are a team that values collaboration and contribution.
• Problem solving – We are not a department of “NO!” rather the facilitators of “YES!”
• Detail oriented – You understand the big picture and yet pay close attention to your surroundings and follow through, especially when that includes asking for help.
• Organized – You can stay focused on multiple tasks, while using your time, energy, mental capacity effectively and efficiently.
• Judgement – You have the ability to see what is going right and what is going wrong. You proactively address concerns and communicate appropriately.
• Communication – You easily connect with the crews in the field and in training. You can conduct meetings, help clients understand our “why”, and set the bar for the word, professional.
• Analytical – You can assess situations and are familiar with incident investigations and reporting.
• Empathy – You wouldn’t have read this far if empathy wasn’t part of your DNA.

Education & Certifications:

• Degree or equivalent certification in occupational health or safety preferred.
• OSHA 30hr-Construction required.

Experience:

• OSHA compliance is the minimum standard. The position requires considerable experience with, and knowledge of, state and federal standards, but also practical experience relating this information to team members to ensure they make informed decisions.
• Experience producing multiple project submittals, monitoring HSE compliance/needs for multiple project sites, tracking/organizing/reporting on multiple metrics, dealing with regulatory bodies and educating clients.
• Experience with state and federal standards, referencing, interpreting, and implementing applicable standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees project safety staff to ensure adherence to safety policy and standards.
• Contributes to, and implements, safety policy and programs, on all project sites and facilities within the Area of accountability.
• Maintains regional driver and fleet lists in support of the DOT program.
• Performs audits/inspections to verify internal controls, programs, etc. are being adhered to and effective.
• Oversees safety planning and implementation of safety plans for area projects, shops, yards.
• Attends and contributes to area bid and operational planning meetings.
• Conducts site safety visits and performs facility inspections.
• Maintains area/project metrics and addresses priority problems.
• Conducts area training, safety committee meetings, incident reviews and implements corrective actions.
• Completes area safety pre-qualifications.
• Under the direction of the project owners, attends client meetings and engages with clients to make recommendations on safety improvements and planning.
• Acts as direct liaison between field crews and area/regional management for safety needs, concerns, and issues.
• Engages in cold eye reviews as assigned by regional HSE manager.
• Has the authority, and is expected, to stop unsafe actions and/or work until appropriately mitigated.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May supervise project safety officers or interns as delegated by the Regional HSE Manager.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Working outdoors in various temperatures and conditions.
• Wears various PPE (respirators, fall protection, etc.).
• Will travel on various land, water, and aircraft.
• Will sit and stand for several hours at a time.
• Lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting for various periods of time.

BENEFITS:

Ballard offers a comprehensive benefits package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.  Benefits include employer paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, PTO, 401K Plan with employer match, paid holidays, and so much more!!

EEO STATEMENT:

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status.  A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.

JOB TYPE: Non-exempt

Required Skills Required Experience