Safety Coordinator

Key Responsibilities-

Promote and Enforce Safety Culture:

• Foster a proactive safety culture by enforcing safety policies and procedures across all job sites and operational locations. Encourage continuous safety awareness and improvement.

Training and Development:

• Plan, develop, and conduct safety training programs and orientations to educate employees and subcontractors on workplace health and safety practices, procedures, and regulatory compliance.

Site Audits and Compliance:

• Conduct regular inspections and audits of project sites to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements. Document findings and work collaboratively to implement corrective actions.

Incident Investigation and Reporting:

• Lead investigations into all workplace incidents. Prepare comprehensive reports that identify root causes and recommend preventive measures. Maintain accurate records of incidents and follow-up actions.

Claims and Risk Management:

• Collaborate with HR and insurance representatives to manage workers' compensation claims, assess risks, and implement strategies to minimize costs and ensure compliance.

Contractor and Customer Safety Compliance:

• Work with subcontractors and clients to ensure all safety standards are met before and during operations. Provide safety resources, training, and support as needed.

Regulatory and Policy Oversight:

• Evaluate and update the company’s safety program to reflect changes in federal, state, and local regulations. Serve as a technical resource on safety standards and best practices.

Core Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of OSHA, state, and local safety regulation
• Experience conducting safety audits and inspections
• Skilled in leading safety training and orientations
• Ability to conduct thorough incident investigations
• Familiarity with workers’ compensation processes and reporting
• Strong organizational, reporting, and communication skills
• Proficiency in safety data documentation and analysis
• Ability to identify hazards and implement corrective actions
• Comfortable interacting with project managers, superintendents, and external partners
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Desired Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of Construction or Aggregate related safety and health experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field is preferred.
• Safety certifications are preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to various corporate locations and project sites. (no overnight stays)

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Frequent standing and walking required throughout a work shift
• Must be able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands.
• Must be able to work at heights up to 150 feet.
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel and crawl occasionally.
• Must be able to work outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot and humid weather.
• Position requires acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing.
• Must be able to reach, lift and perform work above shoulder height.
• Must have the ability to work on uneven surfaces and in confined spaces.

 
EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/DFSP