Safety Coordinator

EDA Contractors, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with medical, dental and vision

Paid time off

401K matching up to 4% after one year

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

EDA Contractors, Inc. in Philadelphia is seeking a Safety Coordinator to ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety guidelines. The role involves evaluating practices, investigating incidents, and training employees in safety awareness.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health and proven experience in safety protocols. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Safety professional.
• In depth knowledge of OSH guidelines and best practices.
• Ability to work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate practices, procedures, and facilities to assess risk.
• Investigate accidents and incidents for root cause analysis.
• Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Knowledge of OSH guidelines

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or relevant field

Job description

Headquartered in Bensalem PA and founded in 1999, EDA Contractors holds an extensive portfolio of experience related to the exterior envelope of commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. EDA achieves excellence by integrating design knowledge, continuous training, and accountability into every facet of the company.

EDA provides a wide range of comprehensive services: Air & Vapor Barriers, Green Roof Systems, Masonry, Glazing, Repair & Maintenance, Roofing & Sheetmetal, Siding & Wall Panels, Slate & Copper Roofing, and Waterproofing.

EDA is a growth and customer-oriented organization. We are proud to foster a workplace culture that has been recognized with several Top Workplace awards.

Job Summary

As the Safety Coordinator you will facilitate compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) guidelines in an effort to minimize the risk of job-related accidents. You will monitor operations to eliminate hazardous activities and provide advice on measures that can be implemented to minimize hazards or unhealthy situations. This individual will also assist the safety director with developing and implementing policies to promote Occupational Health and Safety awareness.

EDA Contractor’s Safety Coordinator shall be well versed in all OSH dictations, must have excellent attention to detail in order to identify hazards, and have the ability to communicate efficiently and effectively to varying personalities in the office and field in order to influence the perception of safety.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate practices, procedures, and facilities to assess risk and enforce adherence to preventative measures.
• Investigate accidents and incidents to discover root cause analysis.
• Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management.
• Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions.
• Initiate and organize OHS training for all employees
• Collaborate with clients/customers to monitor compliance and identify safety issues
• Commute to various construction job sites as needed

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proven experience as a Safety professional
• In depth knowledge of OSH guidelines and best practices
• Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task
• Must be able to work at heights
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions for extended periods
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Diligent with attention to detail and excellent communicator.
• BCs/BA in OSH or relevant field is preferred
• Paid time off
• Health insurance with medical, dental and vision
• 401K eligible after 2 months, company matching up to 4% after one (1) year of employment
• Performance based merit increase
• Tuition Reimbursement

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This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

EDA Contractors is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

For more information about EDA, please visit our website at www.edacontractors.com

Principals only, recruiters please don’t contact any EDA employee about this job post. No phone calls or emails will be accepted.