Health & Safety Coordinator

VoltaGrid; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VoltaGrid in Abilene, TX seeks a Health and Safety Coordinator to provide onsite safety support during construction and operations of a 140-acre laydown yard. The role requires expertise in OSHA standards to ensure a smooth transition from construction to operations and to drive a proactive safety culture on site.

You will lead safety initiatives, perform root cause analyses, conduct audits, train personnel, and coordinate with management to mitigate hazards while maintaining compliance with

Qualifications

• 5+ years in health and safety management
• Experience in construction and operations safety
• Knowledge of OSHA 1926 and 1910
• Driver's license and clean driving record
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Willingness to work in field conditions and flexible schedules

Responsibilities

• Establish a positive safety culture for the project site.
• Develop safety performance metrics and targets.
• Conduct site inspections and audits for OSHA 1910/1926 compliance.
• Facilitate daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and drills.
• Document and report incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Partner with project management to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis efforts when required.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Oversee safe commissioning and transition to operations.
• Facilitate the permit-to-work process within power blocks.
• Develop, implement, and maintain OSHA-aligned safety programs.
• Train personnel in hazard recognition, safe work practices, and emergency procedures.
• Analyze safety metrics to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Provide data analysis and reporting to evaluate safety outcomes.
• Conduct field safety audits and coach personnel.
• Provide first aid or coordinate medical response as needed.
• Promote ethical behavior and a proactive safety culture.
• Communicate policies and plans to ensure compliance with VoltaGrid values.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Safety program

Risk assessment

Leadership

Communication

Education

Associate degree in OH&S

OHST certification

Tools

MS Office

Incident reporting software

Job description

Position Title

HEALTH SAFETY ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR

Location

ABILENE, TX

FLSA Class

EXEMPT

Responsible to

SENIOR HSE MANAGER

Position Summary

The Health and Safety Coordinator is responsible for providing onsite health and safety support during both the construction and operations of the 140 acre laydown yard in Abilene, Texas. This role will be established during the construction phase and will remain during operations as the site safety role. This unique, dual-phase role requires expertise in both OSHA 29 CFR 1926 (Construction) and OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry) standards to ensure a seamless transition from construction through commissioning and into long-term operations. The coordinator will lead safety initiatives, support root cause investigations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive a proactive safety culture across all site activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish positive safety culture for the project site.
• Develop safety performance metrics and key targets for the project.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with OSHA 1910 and 1926, company policies, and local regulations.
• Facilitate daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and emergency drills.
• Document and report all incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Partner with project management to identify and mitigate job-specific hazards.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis efforts as required.
• Maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee safe commissioning and transition from construction to operational status.
• Facilitate the permit to work process within the designated power blocks.
• Develop, implement, and maintain operational safety programs aligned with OSHA 1910 standards.
• Train operations personnel in hazard recognition, safe work practices, and emergency procedures.
• Analyze safety performance metrics to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide data analysis and reporting support to evaluate safety outcomes and operational improvements.
• Conduct root cause analyses (RCA) for incidents and lead corrective/preventive action development.
• Perform field safety audits to verify compliance and coach personnel in hazard recognition and mitigation.
• Provide immediate first aid or coordinate medical response as required.
• Promote ethical behavior, safety accountability, and a strong, proactive safety culture.
• Communicate policies, plans, and procedures clearly to ensure compliance and alignment with VoltaGrid’s core safety values.

Educational And Other Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Health and Safety management systems or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in construction and operational safety, preferably in industrial, energy infrastructure, or data center environments.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and 1910 standards.
• Proficient in root cause analysis methodologies and corrective/preventive action planning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.
• Willingness to work in field conditions and flexible schedules as required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Associate degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Technology, or related field (preferred).
• Professional certification(s) such as Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST) — highly desirable.
• Experience with data analysis and safety performance reporting tools.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, often for long periods (up to 12 hours/day) or working from a seated position for up to 12 hours/day.
• Willingness to work in exposure to extreme temperatures, wind, precipitation, in addition to working at heights.
• Ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on their feet for extended period of times.
• Able to lift 50 pounds up to 10 times per shift.
• Must wear appropriate PPE, including FRC uniform, hard hat, safety-toe boots, gloves, and safety glasses.
• Analyzing situations and determining effective solutions.
• Applying sound judgment and decision-making.
• Making timely decisions under pressure.
• Collaborating effectively as part of a cross-functional team.
• Performing effectively in high-stress or conflict situations.
• Interacting professionally with coworkers, contractors, and clients both verbally and in writing.
• Presenting safety topics or incident findings to groups with confidence and clarity.
• Managing multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Maintaining focus in dynamic, high-activity environments with potential distractions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.