Safety Claims Specialist

Sargent; Orono (ME); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent seeks an organized, proactive Safety & Claims Coordinator to support our safety program and help keep employees safe, informed, and supported. This role partners with operations, employees, and the Safety team to coordinate safety initiatives, manage workers’ compensation claims, track corrective actions, and maintain key safety programs and documentation.

Candidate should thrive across teams, drive timely follow‑ups, and contribute to a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in safety, workers’ compensation, claims administration, construction, HR, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow‑up items.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations teams to develop and maintain site‑specific safety plans for projects.
• Track safety‑related corrective actions and follow up with responsible parties to ensure timely completion.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims from initial reporting through resolution, including communication with employees, supervisors, medical providers, and other partners as appropriate.
• Coordinate return‑to‑work efforts and help facilitate appropriate transitional or modified‑duty opportunities.
• Schedule accident investigations and ensure appropriate follow‑up and documentation are completed.
• Schedule, assign, and monitor required safety training through HCSS Safety.
• Lead the annual review and update of the company’s Health and Safety Plan (HASP).
• Review, update, and maintain Toolbox Talks to ensure content remains relevant, accurate, and useful to field teams.
• Maintain organized and accurate safety and claims records.
• Assist with tracking safety trends, training completion, and other safety metrics.
• Serve as a resource for employees and operations teams regarding safety processes, training requirements, and workers’ compensation procedures.
• Support additional Safety Department initiatives and continuous improvement efforts as needed.

Skills

Safety coordination

Workers' comp

Claims administration

Organizational skills

Communication

Cross-department collaboration

Tools

HCSS Safety

Job description

Sargent is looking for an organized, proactive Safety & Claims Coordinator to support our safety program and help keep our employees safe, informed, and supported. This position works closely with operations, employees, and the Safety team to coordinate safety initiatives, manage workers’ compensation claims, track corrective actions, and maintain key safety programs and documentation.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working across teams, keeping important processes moving, and making a direct impact on employee safety and well-being.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with operations teams to develop and maintain site‑specific safety plans for projects.
• Track safety‑related corrective actions and follow up with responsible parties to ensure timely completion.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims from initial reporting through resolution, including communication with employees, supervisors, medical providers, and other partners as appropriate.
• Coordinate return‑to‑work efforts and help facilitate appropriate transitional or modified‑duty opportunities.
• Schedule accident investigations and ensure appropriate follow‑up and documentation are completed.
• Schedule, assign, and monitor required safety training through HCSS Safety.
• Lead the annual review and update of the company’s Health and Safety Plan (HASP).
• Review, update, and maintain Toolbox Talks to ensure content remains relevant, accurate, and useful to field teams.
• Maintain organized and accurate safety and claims records.
• Assist with tracking safety trends, training completion, and other safety metrics.
• Serve as a resource for employees and operations teams regarding safety processes, training requirements, and workers’ compensation procedures.
• Support additional Safety Department initiatives and continuous improvement efforts as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in safety, workers’ compensation, claims administration, construction, HR, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow‑up items.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with both field and office employees.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across multiple departments and locations.
• Experience with HCSS Safety or similar safety management software is a plus.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements, workers’ compensation, or construction safety practices is a plus.

Why Sargent?

At Sargent, taking care of our people is a shared responsibility. As a 100% employee‑owned company, we believe a strong safety culture comes from teamwork, accountability, and looking out for one another.

The Safety & Claims Coordinator plays an important role in keeping our programs organized, supporting employees when injuries occur, and helping our teams continuously improve the way we work safely.

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