Construction Safety Director - Field Leader

Tailing International, LLC; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailing International, LLC is seeking a safety professional to coordinate and supervise Clients/Project Health and Safety Programs and Policies. You will lead safety policies at site or client locations, plan and direct safety procedures, and support incident investigations.

This position starts as a contract role with potential to become a full-time salary. The role requires five+ years in construction safety, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to train and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in construction safety.
• High knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to conduct or coordinate daily and weekly safety training.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Pass pre-employment and criminal background check.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Prevent accidents, injuries and claims by being visible in the field and walking jobs 70%+ of time.
• Develop and deliver Safety Training and New Hire Orientations as mandated by regulations and client programs.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Client safety regulations, programs and policies.
• Conduct jobsite, shop, fleet, and office safety assessments; identify hazards; implement corrective actions.
• Lead or support incident investigations; identify root causes; communicate lessons learned.
• Analyze leading and lagging indicators, claims trends, and risk exposures; prepare reports for leadership.
• Deliver engaging safety training, toolbox talks, onboarding content, and supervisor coaching for fire protection and security work.
• Coordinate with operations to plan safe execution of higher-risk work (energized systems, heights, lifting, driving, confined spaces, hot work).
• Support return-to-work, injury-management, and loss-control activities with HR and risk partners.
• Standardize safety processes and documentation across both companies while respecting local needs.
• Participate in audits and regulatory reviews; maintain records and support readiness.
• Travel to operating locations and jobsites as needed.
• Assist in accident investigations and return-to-work programs.
• Perform daily or weekly job site safety audits per project needs.
• Anticipate, implement, and measure hazard controls and programs.
• Inspire and coach employees toward safety goals.

Skills

Construction safety experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Training delivery

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

OSHA 500/502 certification

BCSP certification

Degree in Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Tailing International, LLC is seeking a safety professional to coordinate and supervise Clients/Project Health and Safety Programs and Policies. You will lead safety policies at site or client locations, plan and direct safety procedures, and support incident investigations.

This position starts as a contract role with potential to become a full-time salary. The role requires five+ years in construction safety, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to train and communicate effectively.