Safety Coordinator

Actalent; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Safety Coordinator for a Fort Wayne project to promote safe work practices and support compliance with safety standards. The role emphasizes incident documentation, JHAs, and collaboration with field crews and project leadership.

Responsibilities include conducting safety audits, supporting craft labor inspections, and driving continuous safety improvements on a long-term transmission line project.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification is required.
• College degree in a safety-related field with 2+ years safety management experience, or 5+ years in safety management/utility operations.
• Proven knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• Experience supporting safety programs in construction/utility environments.
• Ability to conduct safety audits, inspections, and JHAs in field settings.
• Strong understanding of EHS principles and best practices.
• Clear incident documentation and cross-team communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with on-site crews and subcontractors to promote safe work practices and maintain housekeeping.
• Assist with routine safety audits to verify compliance with safety policies.
• Maintain accurate incident documentation and share lessons learned with project teams.
• Assist with safety inspections and JHAs, guiding hazard controls before work begins.
• Collaborate with project managers and site leadership to integrate safety into daily operations.
• Promote proactive safety culture through meetings and addressing safety concerns.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety processes and support corrective actions.

Skills

OSHA 30 certification

Construction safety

Safety audits

Incident documentation

JHAs & Pre-Task Plans

Cross-functional collaboration

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

College degree in safety-related field

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Job Title: Safety Coordinator

Job Description

The Safety Coordinator supports construction and utility transmission line projects by promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and partnering closely with field crews and project leadership. This role focuses on coordinating safe work practices, conducting safety audits and inspections, and maintaining accurate incident documentation to help deliver high-quality, reliable infrastructure in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with on-site construction crews and subcontractors to promote safe work practices, support schedule adherence, and maintain proper housekeeping on all active work sites.
• Assist with routine safety audits to verify compliance with safety policies, storage requirements, and established work practices.
• Maintain accurate and organized incident documentation, including reports, logs, and records, and communicate lessons learned to project teams to prevent recurrence.
• Assist with craft labor safety inspections, observing field activities and providing feedback to ensure adherence to safety standards and procedures.
• Assist with leading Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Pre-Task Plans, working with crews to identify potential hazards and define appropriate controls before work begins.
• Collaborate with project managers, assistant project managers, project coordinators, and site leadership to integrate safety requirements into daily operations and project planning.
• Support the promotion of a proactive safety culture by reinforcing safe behaviors, participating in safety meetings, and helping address safety concerns raised by team members.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of safety processes by identifying opportunities for enhancement and supporting the implementation of corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• Current OSHA 30 certification.
• Either a college degree in a safety-related field and at least 2 years of safety management related experience, or at least 5 years of safety management and/or electric utility operations experience.
• Practical knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• Experience supporting safety programs in construction, utility, or electric transmission environments.
• Ability to conduct safety audits, inspections, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) in field settings.
• Strong understanding of environmental health and safety (EHS) principles and best practices.
• Ability to maintain clear, accurate incident documentation and communicate lessons learned to diverse project teams.
• Effective communication skills for working with craft labor, subcontractors, and project leadership.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating hazards.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional project environment and support multiple stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bi-lingual communication skills are preferred and considered a strong asset.
• Experience in utility construction or transmission line (T-Line) projects is beneficial.
• Familiarity with safety requirements specific to electric utility operations.
• Ability to facilitate or assist with safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning sessions.
• Comfort working in a structured, long-term project environment with evolving priorities.
• Strong organizational skills for managing documentation, follow-up actions, and audit findings.

Work Environment

This role supports a long-term, approximately two-year transmission line project in the Fort Wayne area. The Safety Coordinator can expect a primarily MondayFriday schedule, working around 40 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours based on project needs. The work takes place in a field-based construction and utility environment, where the Safety Coordinator regularly visits active job sites, observes crews at work, and participates in on-site meetings. The position involves close collaboration with project managers, assistant project managers, project coordinators, and site leadership, fostering a highly cross-functional and team-oriented culture. The project is part of a stable, long-term utility program backed by significant multi-year capital investment and a strong regional project backlog, offering continuity and opportunities for advancement on additional projects. The work is purpose-driven, contributing directly to improved grid reliability, storm restoration efforts, and critical infrastructure that serves local communities. Appropriate field attire and personal protective equipment are required to safely perform on-site responsibilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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