Entry-level Health & Safety Coordinator

Woodardcurran; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Pre‑tax or Roth contributions (

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Parental leave

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Life insurance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Woodard & Curran is seeking an Entry-level Health & Safety Coordinator to assist in developing and implementing safety programs across multiple project sites in line with company policies.

The role involves monitoring on-site safety performance, enforcing SSHASPs, conducting TRAs, and delivering safety training for employees, contractors, and visitors. Frequent field inspections, reporting, and coordination of safety measures are expected across regions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Safety Science or related field.
• 1–5 years of experience in Health & Safety.
• Familiarity with federal/state safety regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 60%.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe Health and Safety performance on-site.
• Enforce SSHASPs and related policies.
• Lead and facilitate Task Risk Assessments (TRAs).
• Identify hazards and propose corrective measures.
• Provide safety training for new employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Ensure employees have proper PPE and safety equipment.

Skills

Health & Safety

Verbal & written comms

Travel up to 60%

Education

Degree in Safety Science or related field

Job description

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee‑owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an Entry‑level Health & Safety Coordinator to assist in the development and implementation of safety and health programs across multiple project sites in accordance with company policies and safety plans.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe employee and contractor Health and Safety performance on‑site.
• Know and enforce Site‑Specific Health & Safety Plans (SSHASPs) and related policies.
• Lead and facilitate Task Risk Assessments (TRAs).
• Identify potential hazards and propose corrective measures accordingly.
• Present and lead safety meeting topics.
• Be familiar with and complete work permits upon request.
• Provide safety training for new employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Ensure employees are adequately equipped with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform tasks safely.
• Ensure accurate and timely incident notifications are entered into corporate and client databases, and prepare lessons learned reports.
• Perform and assist in field inspections and audits as necessary.
• Provide Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) communication across project regions.
• Assist in developing and delivering HSE training programs (e.g., 8‑hour HAZWOPER, First Aid/CPR/AED, Control of Work).
• Maintain SSHASPs, including Emergency Action Plans.
• Ensure monthly inspections of fire extinguishers are completed, and coordinate annual maintenance and inspections.
• Evaluate hazard mitigation methods and ensure their implementation.
• Provide Federal, State, and local regulatory compliance support when needed.
• Be a resource for safety reporting requirements and support accident and near‑miss investigations.
• Assist and facilitate incident investigations.
• Be familiar with Task Risk Assessments specific to tasks.
• Be familiar with the scope of work being performed.
• Frequently sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, use hands/fingers to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; kneel; crouch; or crawl.
• Frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Have specific vision requirements for tasks (close and distant vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus).
• The list of duties is not intended to be all‑inclusive, and other duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• 1‑5 years of experience within the Health & Safety field required.
• Degree in Safety Science or a related field.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local safety laws to ensure compliance with current safety regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 60%.

Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)

• MDR applies to both you and the Company.
• Most workplace‑related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration, rather than court proceedings.
• Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement.

Employee Support & Benefits

Retirement Savings

• 401(k) Pre‑tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed.

Time Away From Work

• Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually.
• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked.
• Sick time: Paid sick time for non‑work‑related illness or injury.
• Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for child bonding.

Coverage and Support for Your Needs and Well‑Being

• Disability: Paid short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
• Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance available through Sun Life.
• Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

E‑Verify Participation

Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E‑Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E‑Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.

View required Right to Work and E‑Verify posters.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non‑discrimination and make employment decisions based on job‑related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.