Safety Coordinator

Reworld Waste; Derwood (MD); On-site; USD 95,200 - 126,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits

401k - match up to 7%

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Reworld Waste is looking for a Safety Coordinator in Derwood, Maryland. This role involves managing safety and health programs, conducting safety audits, and educating employees on safety protocols. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably a bachelor’s degree in a related field, with at least three years of safety experience.

The position offers comprehensive benefits including health care, 401k matching, and incentives. The salary range for this position is $95,200.00 - $126,700.00 USD annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in safety in a heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to work non-routine hours as needed.
• Practical knowledge of OSHA 1910 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility’s safety programs and policies.
• Conduct safety audits and observations.
• Educate employees on safety standards.
• Prepare for OSHA’s annual report.
• Investigate on-site accidents.

Skills

Leadership in safety management

Communication skills

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree in safety or science-related discipline

Job description

About The Role

Reporting to the Manager, Health and Safety, the Safety Coordinator will perform a varying range of responsibilities to minimize the risk of job-related accidents. The role supports a diverse assortment of safety projects, ensures best practices are implemented, affirms safety compliance requirements are met, and maintains the creation of a healthy and safe workplace.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide an active leadership role in management of the facility’s safety and health programs and motivate, educate, and enforce Reworld’s safety and health policies.
• Conduct safety observations, audits, and reports, and follow up on outstanding matters.
• Educate employees on safety standards and expectations, including safe machine and equipment operations, and the administration of on-site certification for various mobile equipment.
• Perform safety training for new hires, conduct contractor safety briefings, maintain, and coordinate external vendor training for the facility’s Quick Response and Confined Space teams.
• Manage contractor safety and health performance with facility management; ensure contractors are properly trained, use appropriate tools and equipment, and protect all employees from injury.
• Prepare and deliver monthly safety-related training to multiple departments.
• Coordinate and schedule annual medical surveillance exams, annual respirator fit testing, noise, lead and industrial hygiene sampling, and annual emergency evacuation drills.
• Investigate on-site accidents and identify possible causes of the incident.
• Assist with preparing OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program’s annual report, uphold the standards required for recertification.
• Maintain documentation of the Company’s safety procedures, accidents, tailgate meetings, and other related administrative requirements and events.
• Provide recommendations for improving safety in the workplace.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to safety and health excellence.
• Articulate communicator with excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, team player who is an effective influencer.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications that include Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with implementing occupational safety and health training programs.

Position Requirements & Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in a safety and health or science-related discipline preferred.
• Practical knowledge of OSHA 1910 and related local safety and health regulations.
• At least three years’ safety experience in the operations and maintenance of a heavy industrial environment, preferably in a power plant or energy-from waste facilities.
• Willing to work evenings and weekends on a non-routine basis, when required, to support facility operations.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb ladders.
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs.
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces.
• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator.
• Consistently work in various weather conditions.

Shift

• Monday through Friday days, some evenings, and weekends.

What Reworld Offers You

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment.
• Performance based Annual Incentive Plan.
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards.
• 401k - match up to 7%.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday).
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Bonus.

In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits including medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $95,200.00 - $126,700.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.