Description: The main responsibility of the H&S Supervisor is to implement and monitor the compliance with health and safety policies and procedures on the construction site. This role is crucial to ensuring that daily activities are carried out safely and that risks of accidents are minimized. Key responsibilities include:
- Daily on-site safety supervision: Conducting daily inspections at the construction site to ensure that safety procedures are being followed and that workers are using the required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as helmets, gloves, harnesses, and safety glasses.
- Implementation of safety procedures: Ensuring that all activities, both by workers and subcontractors, are carried out in accordance with the safety procedures and regulations established in the project safety plan.
- Operational risk assessment: Identifying possible risks and hazards in the workplace, such as working at heights, handling heavy machinery, excavations, electrical work, among others. Reporting on these risks and ensuring the implementation of mitigation measures.
- Safety training: Assisting in the training and instruction of personnel on safety matters, ensuring they are properly trained to perform their tasks safely. This includes specific training on equipment handling, working at heights, electrical work, and first aid.
- Monitoring PPE compliance: Ensuring that all personnel are using the necessary personal protective equipment and that it is in good condition. Additionally, verifying that the tools and equipment used at the construction site are safe for use.
- Work permit control: Supervising compliance with work permits for high-risk activities such as confined space work, work at heights, electrical work, and welding. Ensuring that all procedures are followed correctly.
- Incident investigation: Assisting in the investigation of incidents, accidents, and near-misses that occur at the work site. Collecting relevant information, analyzing the causes, and suggesting corrective and preventive measures to avoid future incidents.
- Promotion of a safety culture: Encouraging compliance with safety standards and promoting a proactive attitude among workers to report unsafe conditions, potential risks, and dangerous behaviors.
- Safety inspections and audits: Participating in internal or external safety inspections and audits, and preparing detailed reports on compliance with safety regulations. Ensuring that recommendations from these audits are followed.
- Emergency management: Supporting the implementation of emergency and evacuation plans, as well as the preparation and coordination of drills. Ensuring that all personnel are familiar with emergency procedures and evacuation points.
- Coordination with the H&S Manager: Collaborating closely with the H&S Manager to ensure that safety policies are properly executed and continuous improvements are implemented on the construction site.
- Incident and unsafe condition reporting: Preparing regular reports on safety conditions at the site, identifying areas for improvement, and communicating any deviations from safety procedures to the management team.