Construction Safety Professional – Rahway, NJ

HazTek Safety Management; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k): Company match

Life & AD&D

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident &amp

PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Bereavement

EAP & Health Advocacy

Professional Development & Education

Job summary

HazTek Safety Management seeks a Construction Safety Professional to support pharmaceutical projects in Rahway, NJ. You will provide daily safety oversight, conduct audits, review permits, and collaborate with project teams to maintain safe working conditions.

Responsibilities include site safety audits, permit reviews, and oversight of fall protection, scaffolding, and lockout/tagout. The role emphasizes proactive safety communications with contractors and leadership.

Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical facility safety experience preferred
• OSHA 510 required
• OSHA 30 and First Aid certification required
• Experience auditing and reviewing permits
• Knowledge of fall protection, scaffolding, hot work, and lockout/tagout
• Strong communication and ability to collaborate with contractors
• HAZWOPER training preferred
• Align with HazTek core values: Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, Accountability

Responsibilities

• Conduct site safety audits and inspections and follow up on corrective actions.
• Review work permits and monitor compliance with site safety procedures.
• Provide safety oversight for fall protection, scaffolding, hot work, and lockout/tagout activities.
• Participate in Job Hazard Analyses or equivalent assessments to identify risks and controls.
• Participate in weekly toolbox talks conducted by the project general contractor.
• Communicate safety expectations and concerns to contractors and project leadership.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

OSHA 510

OSHA 30

First Aid certification

Job description

HazTek is seeking a Construction Safety Professional to support construction projects at a pharmaceutical facility in Rahway, NJ. This field-focused role will provide daily safety oversight, conduct audits, review work permits, and collaborate with project teams to maintain safe working conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site safety audits and inspections, identify hazards, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Review work permits and monitor compliance with site safety procedures.
• Provide safety oversight for fall protection, scaffolding, hot work, and lockout/tagout activities.
• Participate in Job Hazard Analyses or equivalent assessments to identify risks and appropriate controls.
• Participate in weekly toolbox talks conducted by the project general contractor.
• Communicate safety expectations and concerns to contractors and project leadership.

Qualifications

• Construction safety experience, preferably within pharmaceutical facilities
• OSHA 510 required
• OSHA 30 and First Aid certification required
• Experience conducting safety audits and reviewing work permits
• Knowledge of fall protection, scaffolding safety, hot work, and lockout/tagout
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with contractors
• Prior experience supporting the client’s projects and HAZWOPER training are preferred
• Embody HazTek's Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, Accountability

Benefits offered for Full Time Employees

• 401(k): Company match
• Life & AD&D
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Bereavement
• EAP & Health Advocacy
• Professional Development & Education Assistance

Overview

HazTek Safety Management is a full-service, objective safety partner, founded in 1997. The health, safety and well-being of employees and companies is our highest priority. We offer full-time employment, stability, competitive benefits, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support and the added benefit of working with a network of over 375 full-time HazTek safety professionals.

At HazTek, We Stand Together for Safety

We are committed to building an environment of inclusion and acceptance which values diversity across all areas of the organization; an environment in which all employees can contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Pay Range

$95,000-112,000

Travel | Relocation

Local Only - No travel, per diem or relocation is offered for this opportunity