Safety Coordinator

Senneca Holdings; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Senneca Holdings at the Jeffersonville construction site is seeking an experienced Safety Coordinator to act as the on-site safety representative during installation and construction projects.

The role enforces OSHA requirements, client safety standards, and GC site safety plans, working with project teams to identify and communicate hazards, document corrective actions, and promote a culture of safety excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Two to five years of construction safety experience on construction sites.
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction certification required; OSHA 510/511 or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary safety resource for field construction teams.
• Conduct daily job-site inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Enforce OSHA regulations and company safety policies on active sites.
• Investigate incidents and coordinate corrective actions with site teams.
• Maintain training records, inspection reports, and safety documentation.

Skills

OSH regulations

Hazard recognition

Communication skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction-tracking software

Job description

We are searching for an experienced Safety Coordinator at our Jeffersonville construction site.

Job Summary:

The Construction Safety Coordinator serves as the on-site safety representative for installation and construction projects under the direction of the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager, Site Supervisor, and in coordination with the General Contractor (GC). This role implements and enforces company safety programs, OSHA requirements, client standards, and general contractor safety plans on active construction sites.
The position works closely with project managers, supervisors, field personnel, subcontractors, and customers to proactively identify, correct, document, and communicate jobsite hazards within the Company’s scope of work to promote a culture of safety excellence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to fulfill each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Serve as the primary safety resource for field construction teams
• Conduct daily job-site inspections, audits, and hazard assessments
• Identify, correct, and document hazards related to fall protection, elevated work, material handling, rigging, scissor lifts, aerial work platforms, forklifts, and telehandlers
• Coordinate hazard mitigation with the EHS Manager and GC safety team when issues impact other trades or shared spaces
• Enforce compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926, company safety policies, and GC Site Specific Safety Plans
• Support implementation of subcontractor safety programs and GC safety requirements
• Participate in incident, injury, and near miss investigations and ensure timely reporting
• Assist with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and pre-task planning processes
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and property damage events
• Support emergency response procedures as directed
• Conduct or assist with safety orientations, task specific briefings, and toolbox talks
• Verify required training, certifications, and operator qualifications
• Maintain inspection reports, training records, incident documentation, and corrective action tracking
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Authority

• Stop work when unsafe conditions or behaviors are observed.
• Require corrective actions before affected work resumes.
• Escalate unresolved or site wide hazards to the EHS Manager immediately

Safety Requirements

• Comply with OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures
• Report unsafe conditions promptly
• Attend required safety training
• Support safety goals and recommend improvements
• Follow safe work practices, including ergonomics, PPE use, and lockout procedures

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred
• Two to five years of construction safety experience on construction sites.
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction certification required
• OSHA 510 or 511, or equivalent training, preferred
• Demonstrated competency in hazard recognition within the Company’s scope of work
• Understanding of GC controlled jobsite safety coordination
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to professionally enforce safety requirements in the field
• Valid driver’s license with ability to pass initial and annual DMV review
• Experience in Microsoft Office and construction-related tracking and reporting software
• English-Spanish speaking preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on active construction sites
• Exposure to noise, temperature fluctuations, moving equipment, and environmental irritants
• Ability to kneel, crawl, twist, reach, and use hands and fingers without restriction

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or genetics.

**Please no Third-party candidates or phone calls**