Field Safety Manager in Hillsboro, Oregon at Ness & Campbell Crane + Rigging

The Field Safety Manager is responsible for driving a proactive safety culture across all field operations, including crane, rigging, and heavy hauling operations. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while working closely with operations teams to identify, mitigate, and eliminate hazards. The Field Safety Manager serves as a hands-on leader, supporting field crews through training, audits, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Field Safety manager reports to the Corporate Safety Director.

Key Responsibilities

Field Safety Oversight

• Provide on-site safety leadership for crane operations, rigging, and heavy haul projects
• Conduct jobsite safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments
• Ensure proper execution of lift plans, rigging practices, and load securement procedures
• Monitor compliance with OR-OSHA, WA-DOSH, DOT, and company safety policies

Training & Development

• Deliver field-based safety training (e.g., fall protection, rigging practices, crane safety, lockout/tagout)
• Mentor supervisors, operators, oilers and others on safe work practices and hazard recognition and mitigation.
• Support onboarding and orientation of new hires with safety-focused training

Incident Management

• Respond to and manage field safety incidents
• Lead incident investigations, including near-misses, injuries, and property damage
• Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of all incidents

Compliance & Program Management

• Conduct regular field safety audits and inspections.
• Support and enforce company safety programs, policies, and procedures
• Assist with regulatory compliance including OSHA, FMCSA, and state/local requirements
• Maintain safety documentation such as JHAs, permits, and inspection records

Collaboration with Operations

• Partner with project managers, dispatch, and field supervisors to plan safe execution of jobs
• Participate in pre-job meetings, lift planning, and risk assessments
• Promote a “stop work authority” culture and reinforce accountability

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze safety trends and metrics to recommend improvements
• Conduct behavioral safety observations and coaching
• Support implementation of new safety initiatives and technologies

Benefits:

• 401(K) with matching
• Health Insurance - Employer covered (employee + family)
• Dental Insurance - Employer covered (employee + family)
• Vision Insurance - Employer covered (employee + family)
• Life Insurance & FSA
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Required

• 5+ years of safety experience in crane operations, rigging, heavy haul, or construction-related industries
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, particularly those related to cranes and rigging (29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC)
• OSHA 30 Hour Certification
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Ability to work in dynamic, high-risk field environments

Preferred

• OHST, CHST, or similar certification
• OSHA 500, 501, 510 or 511 certificates
• NCCCO knowledge or certification (or familiarity with crane operations standards)
• Experience with DOT/FMCSA compliance for heavy hauling

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and field presence
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities
• Ability to influence and build trust with field crews and management
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
• Problem-solving and risk assessment mindset

Working Conditions

• Frequent travel to job sites throughout the northwest
• Exposure to outdoor environments and active construction/crane operations
• Ability to walk job sites, climb, and perform field inspections

Why Ness Campbell Crane + Rigging

• Industry leader in crane, rigging, and heavy haul services
• Commitment to safety-first culture
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Team-oriented, high-performance environment

NessCampbell Crane + Rigging, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

As a drug-free workplace, you must consent to a drug test.