Field Safety Specialist - Travel-Heavy & Compliance Lead

Phillips Infrastructure; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Infrastructure is seeking a Safety Specialist to join our field-based team in Virginia. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with safety protocols, conducting inspections, and delivering safety training for vegetation management crews.

Expect frequent travel to multiple project sites under supervision of experienced safety professionals. You will support the Safety Manager, assist in incident investigations, and help prepare safety documentation while maintaining up-to-date knowledge

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field required or equivalent experience.
• Certified safety professional credentials (ASP or GSP) preferred.
• TCIA CTSP or ISA Certified Arborist/Utility Specialist preferred.
• Two years safety management experience or five years in related safety/vegetation management roles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular safety inspections of vegetation management worksites and yards.
• Inspect equipment and PPE for safe operation and compliance.
• Identify hazardous conditions and document corrective actions.
• Assist in preparing safety documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with Safety Manager to plan inspections and manage supplies.
• Assist in investigations of incidents and compile data as required.
• Participate in job briefings and issue safe work permits as needed.
• Support safety inspections and audits by authorities and clients.
• Conduct onboarding and ongoing safety training for crews (First Aid/CPR, aerial rescue, equipment safety).
• Maintain knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Decision making

Confidentiality

Diversity collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health

ASP or GSP certification (preferred)

CTSP or ISA Certified Arborist/Utility Specialist (preferred)

2+ years safety management experience or 5 years related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Phillips Infrastructure is seeking a Safety Specialist to join our field-based team in Virginia. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with safety protocols, conducting inspections, and delivering safety training for vegetation management crews.

Expect frequent travel to multiple project sites under supervision of experienced safety professionals. You will support the Safety Manager, assist in incident investigations, and help prepare safety documentation while maintaining up-to-date knowledge