Entry-level Health & Safety Coordinator (Relocation Assistance)

Woodard & Curran; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodard & Curran is seeking an entry-level Health & Safety Coordinator to support environmental, health, and safety programs across projects. You will monitor on-site safety, help manage TRAs, and assist with SSHASPs, training, and incident reporting while collaborating with field and office teams in Montana.

The role is ideal for a recent graduate with a safety-related degree who is proactive, organized, and eager to learn regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of Health & Safety experience or related field.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor on-site Health and Safety performance for employees and contractors.
• Lead and facilitate Task Risk Assessments (TRAs).
• Ensure SSHASPs and related policies are followed at sites.
• Provide safety training for新 employees, contractors, and visitors.

Skills

Effective communication

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety Science or related field

Job description

Health & Safety Coordinator (Entry-level)

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused individual who is eager to build a career in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS). The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about promoting a culture of safety while supporting environmental compliance across a variety of projects and operations.

This role is well-suited for a recent graduate or early-career professional with a background in environmental science, occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, environmental engineering, or a related field. Successful candidates will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to collaborate effectively with field and office teams.

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace health, safety, and environmental stewardship.
• Be comfortable working in both office and field environments.
• Possess strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with employees, clients, and project teams.
• Be eager to learn safety regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Take initiative, manage multiple priorities, and work independently when needed.
• Be willing to travel periodically to project sites and supported locations.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting health, safety, and environmental programs while working alongside experienced EHS professionals.

What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran?

• 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.

Manage Health & Safety Programs:

• 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.

OTHER DUTIES (Field Team Support):

• 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:

• 0-3 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.

E-Verify Participation

Woodard & Curran participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we provide access to the Right to Work & E-Verify postings.

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.

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Pay

The anticipated compensation range for this position is based on several factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, experience, education, skills, and primary work location. Final compensation will be determined based on these factors and adjusted, where applicable, by a geographic differential. Geographic differentials are percentage‑based adjustments that reflect variations in labor market costs across locations. As a result, the compensation range for this position may vary depending on where the successful candidate is located and performs their work. The examples below illustrate how compensation for this role may differ across geographic markets. #LI-TB1