Safety Coordinator

The Berg Group; Pflugerville, Canton, Austin (TX, MS, TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berg Group seeks a Safety Coordinator to collaborate with the Regional Safety Manager and National Safety Director, delivering single-site safety supervision for 40–50 field employees and fostering a strong safety culture.

You will oversee safety training, toolbox talks, incident reporting, and coordination with field teams and contractors to maintain OSHA standards and safe daily operations. This is a full-time, on-site role requiring strong organization and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing safety programs and conducting trainings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and safety documentation.
• Up-to-date knowledge of OSHA requirements and DOT standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage hazardous conditions and eliminate unsafe employee activities.
• Conduct safety training, toolbox talks, and curriculum development.
• Maintain regular contact with field staff on safety practices and reporting procedures.
• Prepare and submit weekly safety reports to the National Safety Director.
• Restock first aid and safety supplies and manage safety equipment inventory.
• Document, investigate, and report all accidents and near misses.

Skills

Safety program administration

Microsoft Office

OSHA 30

DOT knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bi-lingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Safety, industrial/construction hygiene, or Occupational Safety

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Austin - Pflugerville, TX 78660

Summary

The Safety Coordinator will work closely with the Regional Safety Manager and National Safety Director to provide single-site safety supervision to 40-50 field employees. We are seeking a candidate that is passionate about sharing and spreading a safety culture at The Berg Group and looking to grow and advance their career within the safety function.

Essential Functions

Primary Responsibilities/Duties

• Work with the field team in managing hazardous working conditions and eliminating unsafe employee activities.
• Stay in regular contact with field staff in relation to safety practices, toolbox talks, and reporting procedures.
• Build rapport with the field so that communications are regular and consistent.
• Assist in new employee orientation, specifically safety program training as well as curriculum development.
• Hold field accountable to safety practices; provide spot or safety rewards per Berg’s program to positively reinforce behavior.
• Weekly reports to National Safety Director with a summary of all job site visits.
• Restocking first aid kits and other first-aid items; eye solution, skin glue, etc.
• Documents, investigates, analyzes, and reports all accidents and near misses.
• Comfortable interacting with General Contractor and reach out for assistance on situations outside of experience level.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Handle safety equipment including replacements and certifications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suites.
• Up to date knowledge of safety equipment, requirements, and state OSHA
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements/standards
• Strong organizational skills
• Proven talent to retain a positive brand and relationship with a client while in the field.
• OSHA 30

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Safety, industrial/construction hygiene, or Occupational Safety.
• Certified first responder
• Bi-lingual
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently
• Strong communicator at all levels
• Problem-solving and organizational skills

Sedentary Work

• Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 - 15 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying.
• Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
• Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met.

The Berg Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.