Field Safety Coordinator & Compliance Leader

UES; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Safety Coordinator to coordinate and enforce employee health and safety programs, promoting safety awareness to minimize injuries. The role emphasizes compliance, inspections, and training/documentation in diverse environments such as construction and manufacturing.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 2+ years in safety, OSHA training, and the ability to travel up to 40% to project sites. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field or related discipline from an accredited institution is typically required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a safety-related role, preferably within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• OSHA certifications or related training (e.g., OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR).
• Experience in conducting safety audits and inspections.
• Proficiency in safety management software and hazard identification and risk assessment tools.
• Understanding of engineering principles and technology application in safety programs.
• Familiarity with criticality computing platforms and software quality assurance for roles in nuclear safety
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and evaluate hazards and risks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects effectively

Responsibilities

• Comprehends federal, state, and local safety regulations and ensures compliance with Occupational Safety and Health guidelines.
• Conduct safety walk-throughs and inspections.
• Maintain safety documentation (SDS, JHAs, etc.).
• Assist with toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Support audits and field-level implementation of policies.
• Drafts and updates safety training materials and trains staff on safety protocols and preventative measures.
• Runs risk assessments on workspaces and presents reports to safety managers.
• Assists with the implementation of new safety procedures.
• Performs root cause analysis on accidents and work hazards and proposes corrective actions.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Safety audits

Root cause analysis

Risk assessment

Communication

Problem solving

Field safety

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/occupational health and safety

OSHA certifications (e.g., OSHA 30)

Tools

Safety management software

Job description

UES is seeking a Safety Coordinator to coordinate and enforce employee health and safety programs, promoting safety awareness to minimize injuries. The role emphasizes compliance, inspections, and training/documentation in diverse environments such as construction and manufacturing.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 2+ years in safety, OSHA training, and the ability to travel up to 40% to project sites. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.