Safety Coordinator

Summary

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for enforcing safety programs to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This role plays a vital part in risk assessment, accident prevention strategies, and maintaining a safe workplace environment. Serves as a primary liaison between employees and management regarding safety-related issues. Conducts safety training.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Visit job sites, and conduct regular safety audits and inspections- travel up to 50%
• Stop operations and activities that could harm staff or equipment
• Collaborate with EHS Manager to investigate incidents and accidents to identify root causes
• Coordinate safety drills and emergency response plans
• Submit recommendations for improvements and additions to the safety management program including emergency preparedness, accident prevention, general safety, and risk management
• Collaborate with EHS Manager to develop, prepare, and implement safety and security policies and procedures
• Prepare and maintain safety documentation and reports
• Review current safety training and recommend revisions, improvements, and updates
• Provide safety training to employees, both in-office and on-site
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules
• Identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems
• Share environmental safety information with appropriate levels in the organization
• Promote a safety culture within the organization
• Serve as a point of contact for safety concerns and inquiries

Must participate and successfully complete all training as required by the company.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field preferred. Certification from a recognized safety program preferred (e.g. CSP, CHST).
• Minimum 3 years previous experience in EHS and a strong electrical background required. OSHA 30 and CPR certifications required.
• Extensive knowledge of: security protocols, emergency preparedness, hazard identification, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to conduct effective training sessions. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with various teams. Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks.