Rail Safety & Compliance Leader

RailWorks; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance incentives

Job summary

RailWorks in Houston seeks a safety-focused professional to lead continuous improvement and Safe Production initiatives across operations. You will train staff, conduct audits, ensure compliance with FRA/OSHA, document incidents, and drive data analytics using Power BI and Power Apps to boost performance.

The role requires 2–4 years in heavy labor, construction experience, and strong communication skills. Travel and PPE compliance are expected as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years work experience in a heavy labor environment.
• Must have construction industry experience.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to write reports.
• Strong computer skills are mandatory, significant experience and abilities with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with OSHA reporting.
• Must have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills; interact with all levels of the company.
• Must possess integrity and credibility in reports and analysis.
• Ability to grasp facts and quickly learn procedures.
• Self-starter with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task in a busy environment.
• Must possess a valid Driver License.
• Physically able to wear respiratory protection, climb ladders, work in tunnels and at heights.
• Must obtain TWIC Card for ports and pass security screenings.

Responsibilities

• Supports and influences operations to drive continuous improvement and Safe Production.
• Works with employees, unions, regulators, customers and others to achieve positive results.
• Trains and coaches hourly labor, foremen, supervisors and local managers.
• Completes audits, observations and inspections in field, shops, yards and offices.
• Determines safety needs and corrects unsafe procedures and behaviors.
• Documents unsafe conditions, safety violations, accidents and near misses.
• Leads incidents investigations and helps prepare materials for hearings and investigations.
• Ensures records and reports are complete, accurate and submitted.
• Plans and implements safety policies complying with FRA/OSHA and customer requirements.
• Inspects job sites for hazards and follows up corrective actions.
• Oversees Workers’ Compensation program administration on projects.
• Participates in and ensures safety committees are effective.
• Administers the RailWorks Drug & Alcohol program on jobsites.
• Participates in data analytics, KPI development and improvements using software such as Power BI/Power Apps.
• Assists with corporate safety initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy labor experience

Construction experience

Analytical skills

MS Office

OSHA reporting

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Integrity

Quick learner

Time management

Multi-tasking

Driver license

PPE readiness

TWIC card

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

Power Apps

Job description

RailWorks in Houston seeks a safety-focused professional to lead continuous improvement and Safe Production initiatives across operations. You will train staff, conduct audits, ensure compliance with FRA/OSHA, document incidents, and drive data analytics using Power BI and Power Apps to boost performance.

The role requires 2–4 years in heavy labor, construction experience, and strong communication skills. Travel and PPE compliance are expected as part of daily duties.