On-Site Safety Lead - Construction, Bilingual Preferred

Kent Companies; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans with discretionary-em

Holiday pay

Scholarship opportunities for dependen

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Kent Companies is seeking a Safety Coordinator for an on-site role in the United States. The successful candidate will promote safety and uniformity across projects, collaborating with operations managers and superintendents to implement programs and address injuries, near-misses, and property damage.

Key duties include leading safety events, conducting investigations, updating SOPs, and managing PPE and training.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Environmental Safety & Health, or 3–5 years of relevant construction industry safety experience (concrete industry preferred).
• Certifications: OSHA 510, OSHA 30, CSMC, or Construction Safety Site Technician Certification (or equivalent).
• Valid driver's license.
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and update safety rules and SOPs and communicate changes to the field and safety team.
• Lead and participate in safety events, stand-downs, and training sessions.
• Conduct accident, injury, and near-miss investigations, working with field personnel to address underlying safety hazards.
• Implement Toolbox Talks program and develop talks based on field incidents.
• Perform and document job site inspections/audits, providing reports to the project team, field personnel, and safety manager.
• Assist in the Return-to-Work Program, ensuring medical follow-ups and post-accident drug screening compliance.
• Execute Kent Companies' PPE program.
• Ensure timely completion and documentation of mandatory safety training, scheduling retraining and license renewals as necessary.
• Develop, review, and enforce Site-Specific Safety Plans in coordination with project teams.
• Serve as a resource for Kent Companies' field team, including superintendents, foremen, and crew leaders.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Environmental Safety & Health

Job description

Kent Companies is seeking a Safety Coordinator for an on-site role in the United States. The successful candidate will promote safety and uniformity across projects, collaborating with operations managers and superintendents to implement programs and address injuries, near-misses, and property damage.

Key duties include leading safety events, conducting investigations, updating SOPs, and managing PPE and training.