Safety Coordinator

MEI Rigging & Crating; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MEI Rigging & Crating is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support incident-free operations in Abilene, Texas. The role emphasizes the promotion of safety culture and requires a collaborative approach across various departments.

The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience in Excel and three years in EHS or safety within heavy construction. Strong communication skills and knowledge of legal requirements are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience working in Excel and performing data entry.
• Three years’ proven EHS or safety experience (preferably within the heavy construction industry).
• Current OSHA 30 in construction, but OSHA 510 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the incident and injury free operation at the regional office site.
• Promote MEI’s safety culture across various disciplines.
• Assist with numerous safety and environment-related tasks.

Skills

Excel data entry

EHS or safety experience

Communication

Microsoft Office suite

Detail-oriented

Education

Associates degree in occupational safety or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Safety Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to support the incident and injury free field operation at their designated regional office site and to promote MEI’s safety culture. The Safety Coordinator supports numerous disciplines within the Specialty Machinery Moving group and assists with multiple safety and environment-related tasks to help ensure that all employees in all areas are working professionally and without risk of personal injury or impact to the facilities and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education)

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in Excel and performing data entry.
• Three (3) years’ proven EHS or safety experience (preferably within the heavy construction industry.
• Current OSHA 30 in construction, but OSHA 510 preferred.

Preferred Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education)

• Three (3) years’ proven safety experience in a multi-site & multi-state organization.
• CHST is helpful but not required.
• Associates degree in occupational safety, project construction safety experience, or similar industry, or equivalent years of experience.

Professional Skills & Abilities

• Possesses a detailed understanding of applicable legal requirements (i.e. Codes, Standards and Administrative Policies).
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite to include Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point.
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability working independently and collectively, assertive, organized, detail oriented, punctual, and highly self-motivated.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to partner with employees at all levels.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Standard office environment including work at a computer terminal. Work involves extended periods of sitting, occasional walking and lifting up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements

Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect.

MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer.