On-Site Safety Lead for Industrial Construction

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a Project Site Safety Coordinator to lead safety efforts on industrial construction projects in the United States. This temporary, project-based role emphasizes strong leadership to ensure OSHA compliance during logistics, rigging, crane operations, and equipment installation activities, implementing safety programs and corrective actions as needed.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of safety management experience, OSHA 30-hour certification, and First

Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety management experience in industrial construction, heavy rigging, or millwright/ironworker environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, crane safety, and rigging operations.
• Proven ability to enforce compliance and support safety programs effectively within project scope.
• Current OSHA 30-hour certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Preferred certifications such as CSP, CHST, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support and implement site-specific safety plans and job hazard analyses for assigned project(s).
• Ensure compliance with Barnhart safety procedures, customer requirements, and OSHA regulations throughout project execution.
• Conduct daily pre-task safety meetings and toolbox talks, ensuring full participation and accountability.
• Monitor millwright, ironworker, and crane crews for adherence to approved lift plans and safe work practices.
• Exercise stop-work authority within project scope when unsafe conditions or violations occur; lead corrective actions and escape as needed.
• Perform routine inspections of PPE, rigging gear, fall protection, and heavy equipment safety protocols.
• Conduct safety orientations for all site personnel and subcontractors, emphasizing project-specific hazards and zero-tolerance for non-compliance.
• Investigate safety violations, near-misses, and incidents; develop and implement preventive measures for the project.
• Maintain accurate safety logs, inspection checklists, and compliance reports for leadership and client review.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for emergency response coordination for assigned project(s).
• Provide daily compliance and safety updates to Barnhart project management and customer representatives.
• Participate in planning and coordination meetings, ensuring safety requirements are integrated into all work sequences.
• Coach and mentor field supervisors and craft labor on project-specific safety best practices.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Crane safety

Rigging operations

Safety program implementation

Leadership

Communication

OSHA 30-hour certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a Project Site Safety Coordinator to lead safety efforts on industrial construction projects in the United States. This temporary, project-based role emphasizes strong leadership to ensure OSHA compliance during logistics, rigging, crane operations, and equipment installation activities, implementing safety programs and corrective actions as needed.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of safety management experience, OSHA 30-hour certification, and First