Safety Coordinator

Board of Certified Safety Professionals; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Safety Coordinator to manage safety protocols and ensure compliance on construction sites. Responsibilities include conducting safety training, performing site inspections, and maintaining safety records. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant safety certifications.

Qualifications

• Education in Occupational Safety preferred.
• Experience in safety coordinator role preferred.
• Certifications STS-C and OSHA 510 required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety training sessions and toolbox talks.
• Perform regular safety inspections and audits.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Strong knowledge of safety regulations

Communication

Training

Problem Solving

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management software

Job description

Job Title: Project Safety Coordinator

Job Summary:
The Project Safety Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment on project sites. This role involves conducting safety inspections, training employees on safety practices, and ensuring compliance with all relevant safety regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities:
•Safety Training: Conduct safety training sessions and toolbox talks for employees, contractors, and visitors to ensure awareness of safety protocols.

•Inspections and Audits: Perform regular safety inspections and audits of project sites to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.

•Assist Safety Managers with incident investigations.

•Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.

•Safety Equipment Management: Ensure the availability and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other safety equipment.

•Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, training sessions, and regulatory compliance activities.

•Safety Meetings: Participate in and/or lead safety meetings, and provide updates on safety performance and initiatives.

•Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in safety practices and processes.

•Communication: Serve as a point of contact for safety-related inquiries and issues on project sites.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:
•Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

•Experience: Previous experience in a safety coordinator or similar role, preferably in the construction or industrial sector.

•BCSP Certification (Preferred)

•Safety Trained Supervisor - Construction "STS-C" (Required)

•OSHA 510 (Required)

•Knowledge: Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal safety regulations and standards.

•Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and safety management software and tools.

•Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks, such as standing, walking, picking up and carrying materials, and climbing ladders, and to work in various weather conditions.

•Bi-lingual in Spanish (Preferred)

•NFPA 70E and LOTO (Preferred)

Working Conditions:

This position may require travel to various project sites.

Must be able to work in a construction or industrial environment, which may include exposure to noise, dust, and other hazardous conditions.