Health & Safety Coordinator - MWH

MWH Constructors; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage and welfare benefits

Company-paid life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Flexible time off

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

10 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Job summary

MWH Constructors, based in Gresham, Oregon, seeks a Health & Safety Specialist to oversee project safety protocols and procedures at construction sites. This role focuses on maintaining a healthy and safe work environment while promoting safety culture across teams.

The candidate will bring OSHA knowledge, experience implementing safety management systems, and a track record of training employees and partnering with leadership to minimize risk on projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or two-year degree in occupational safety, environmental safety and health, health management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years construction experience and 3 years of safety experience on a construction site.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Knowledge of OSHA.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and promotes a healthy and safe work environment.
• Oversees the implementation and maintenance of environmental health and safety management systems.
• Emphasizes accountability around safety policies and decisions.
• Aids in the development and implementation of project, regional, and corporate safety strategy companywide.
• Works closely with project leadership to create a safe working environment.
• Instructs and trains employees in safety-related issues and techniques.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Hazard recognition

Safety program implementation

Training employees

Education

High School Diploma/GED or two-year degree in occupational safety/health/related field

Job description

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a qualified Health & Safety Specialist to oversee project safety protocols and procedures. This position will be based out of Gresham, Oregon.

Essential Functions

• Establishes and promotes a healthy and safe work environment.
• Oversees the implementation and maintenance of environmental health and safety management systems.
• Emphasizes accountability around safety policies and decisions.
• Aids in the development and implementation of project, regional, and corporate safety strategy companywide.
• Works closely with project leadership to create a safe working environment.
• Instrumental in training the company's employees in safety-related issues and techniques.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or two-year degree in occupational safety, environmental safety and health, health management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years construction experience and 3 years of safety experience on a construction site.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Knowledge of OSHA.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.