Field HSE Supervisor

Matrix Project Services; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Performance bonus

Job summary

Matrix Project Services is seeking a Field HSE Supervisor to oversee project safety, accountability, and incident management, ensuring a safe and healthy work environment across assigned sites.

You will lead safety programs, perform inspections, investigate incidents, and mentor HSE staff while coordinating with site operations and client personnel. The role blends field presence (about 30%) with office-based analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• Health and Safety degree, CSP/CHST or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years safety experience in construction or industrial settings.
• Supervisory/management experience in industrial maintenance or capital work.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations.
• TWIC Card required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to oversee multiple projects on one site.
• Experience developing direct reports into higher responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Support safety program development and administration.
• Conduct inspections and incident investigations; track actions.
• Assist in safety orientation training for staff and crafts.
• Review standards and stay updated on regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with Site Operations Leader and client safety personnel.
• Enter safety metrics and investigations into Intelex/Matrix systems.

Skills

Safety management

Field supervision

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Health and Safety Degree

CSP

CHST

Tools

Intelex

TWIC Card

Job description

Job Summary

The Field HSE Supervisor assists in the overall supervision and administration of project safety, accountability, accident and fire protection programs to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Always represents the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Assist in controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities through interface with project management, supervisory, and client personnel.
• Assist in supervision and administration of health, safety, first aid, incident investigation, and case management. Assume total responsibility for health and safety operation for location assigned.
• Participate in developing and conducting staff and craft safety orientation training program.
• Conduct work area surveillance inspections, air-sampling tests for confined space entry, industrial hygiene monitoring, property damage, and personal injury investigations.
• Document all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions and activities. Issue confined space entry and "hot work" permits as required.
• Accompany safety, health and insurance inspections on walk through tours as required.
• Review Federal, State, and recognized Safety and industry standards and safety related journals, catalogues, etc. to keep abreast of changes or improvements in regulations, policy and protective safety systems, equipment, materials and gear.
• Assist in preparing written appeals for potential Federal / State safety violation citations.
• Reviews critical crane lifts and man-basket lifts as required.
• Develop a deep working relationship and partnership with Site Operations Leader, Business Unit HSE Manager, and client Safety personnel and management.
• Support and facilitate as required all onsite safety committees.
• Enter and track safety metrics and information, including incident investigations/corrective actions into Intelex, Matrix HSE database software system.
• Analyze safety data/trends and make improvement recommendations (create reports, charts, and presentations as necessary).
• Manage and mentor all HSE direct reports, with the emphasis on continuous improvement.
• Support and implement corporate HSE initiatives, as required.
• Daily standard under normal conditions for this position is 30% in the field and 70% in the office.
• Ensure site leadership and craft are trained and knowledgeable in their responsibilities under company and client policies.
• Responsible for working closely with our company leadership and operations to support our Maintenance Team of approximately 300+ (at any time) in Blaine, WA.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Qualifications

• Health and Safety Degree, CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) or equivalent, strongly preferred.
• 5+ years safety experience in construction or industrial fabrication facility or equivalent background, strongly preferred.
• Previous safety supervisory and/or management experience within Industrial Maintenance or Capital work, strongly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and ability to enforce all federal, state, local, client, and company safety regulations required.
• TWIC Card required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience interfacing with plant management and corporate executives.
• Ability to oversee multi-projects on one site.
• Previous experience with developing direct reports into high levels of responsibility within organization.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures essential.

Hiring range: $45.00 to $57.40 per hour

Full range for this position, available over time: $45.00 to $57.40 per hour

In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.