HSE Coordinator II

Hanwha Philly Shipyard; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Philly Shipyard is seeking a Safety & Health Coordinator to oversee safety programs and ensure OSHA compliance across heavy industrial operations. The role includes inspections, training, incident investigations, and coordination of PPE and medical surveillance.

The candidate should have 3–5 years in a safety role within construction or related industries and may serve as SYC as needed. ERT duties and emergency response readiness are part of the job.

Qualifications

• 2- or 4-year college degree in Safety or Environmental field strongly desired; practical field experience may suffice
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a dedicated safety position in construction or related industry
• Emergency responder experience is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed at all times
• Perform inspections of work sites to monitor compliance and identify hazards
• Prepare and conduct safety trainings for employees and supervisors
• Organize meetings to address safety issues and distribute weekly topics/briefs
• Investigate work-related incidents and prepare concise reports with findings and recommendations
• Assist in administration of PPE, medical surveillance, workers’ compensation, and related programs
• Serve as Shipyard Competent Person (SYC) when needed and issue hot work permits
• Participate in the Shipyard Emergency Response Team (ERT) and respond to emergencies
• Communicate risk factors effectively and maintain a safe work environment

Skills

Safety knowledge

OSHA regulations

Communication (oral & written)

Public speaking

Teamwork

Self-starter

Independence

Problem solving

Education

Safety/Environmental degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ensures that all Hanwha Philly Shipyard safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed and met
• Performs formal and informal inspections of all work sites to monitor compliance with safety standards and to identify and record potential hazards; works with supervisors and employees to develop effective solutions for any safety concerns that are raised
• May be required to prepare, provide and conduct training and instruction in various safety related topics to employees and supervisors
• Organizes meetings designed to address safety issues
• Develops weekly safety topics / briefs for distribution
• Conducts investigations of work-related property damage accidents, injuries and near miss incidents to establish causal factors and to determine workable means to prevent recurrences. Prepares concise but accurate reports of findings and recommendations
• Investigates and satisfactorily resolves employee complaints or issues involving potentially unsafe or unhealthful working conditions
• Assists in the administration of several programs including personal protective equipment, medical surveillance, workers’ compensation, etc.
• Performs the duties of a Shipyard Competent Person (SYC) on an as needed basis, which includes testing atmospheric conditions in confined spaces and writing hot work permits for production teams (training will be provided).
• Must be willing to serve as a member of the Shipyard Emergency Response Team (ERT). Part of this role is to respond to medical emergencies, chemical spills and other emergencies as part of a coordinated team and provides guidance and expertise in these situations. Training will be provided by the shipyard
• As a member of the ERT, you must be able to meet the physical demands of the role which include the ability to wear a respirator, SCBA and enter small cramped spaces if necessary. Must remain clean-shaven to wear a respirator and /or SCBA
• May be assigned to assist with the company’s Hazardous Waste Management program. As such, the HSE Coordinator will be required to successfully complete annual training to maintain certification in RCRA / DOT Hazardous Waste Management. Duties will include; inspection of hazardous material/hazardous waste storage facilities, coordination of hazardous waste shipments, maintenance of records, participation in program inspections, etc.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Thorough, practical knowledge of safety and health in industrial and/or construction operations
• Working knowledge and understanding of OSHA regulations
• Ability to work well with others, especially in resolving problem situations
• Ability to express themselves well both orally and in writing
• Must be a motivated self-starter, with the ability to work independently and to carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Willingness and ability to work as a team member
• Strong computer skills (MS Office)
• Must be comfortable with one’s ability for public speaking

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervision responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A 2- or 4-year college degree in a Safety or Environmental related field strongly desired, but practical field experience may suffice
• Practical field experience includes a minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in a dedicated safety position in construction or closely related industry
• Experience as an emergency responder a plus, but not required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes, uneven terrain, stairways, climbing ladders and smoke. The work environment includes indoors and outdoors and exposure to inclement weather conditions including cold, rain and hot weather.

*Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO FREE facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Although the position is not directly involved in production, the successful candidate must still possess the physical abilities necessary to work in the industrial environment. Consequently, a range of motion sufficient to perform lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, working at heights, working in confined spaces, extended walking or standing, medically cleared to wear a respirator / SCBA, etc. is required. Employment in this position is contingent on passing the medical examination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is an on-site, full-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules. Work schedules can rotate between 1st shift, 2nd shift, 3rd shift and weekends. May be expected to work holidays dependent upon the schedules of the production departments.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individual.