Safety Coordinator

Insight Global; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Construction Safety Coordinator to ensure a safe work environment at a construction site. The role involves field oversight, where you will observe contractors and correct safety hazards, promoting a culture of safety among all workers. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in safety or related field and 2-3 years of construction safety experience. This position focuses on compliance with safety regulations, making excellent communication and strong organizational skills essential.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in construction safety, preferably in industrial or power plant settings.
• Competent in use of standard software packages.
• Preferably OSHA 500 or CHST certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment at a Power Plant's construction site.
• Observe contractors and identify safety hazards.
• Support the implementation of safety procedures.

Skills

Construction safety experience

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety or a related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

• A bachelor’s degree in safety or a related field or equivalent experience is preferred.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in construction safety, preferably in industrial or power plant settings.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, concise feedback to contractors and workers.
• Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities, strong time management, and organizational skills.
• Competent in use of standard software packages. (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on fieldwork rather than office tasks.

Additional Skills

• Preferably OSHA 500 or CHST
• First Aid/CPR certification

Daily Responsibilities

A client is seeking a Construction Safety Coordinator will primarily be responsible for ensuring a safe work environment at a Power Plant's construction site. The role involves actively working in the field, observing contractors, identifying and correcting safety hazards, and supporting the implementation of safety procedures. This individual will be part of a team and work closely with another safety professional who will handle the majority of the paperwork and reporting tasks. The primary focus of the role is field oversight, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and promoting a culture of safety among contractors.