Safety Coordinator Anchorage, AK Posted today

NANA Regional Corporation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Global Logistics (AGL) seeks a Safety Coordinator to ensure a safe, compliant environment at a U.S. Army contractor site handling equipment turn-in, retrograde, and disposal operations.

You will enforce safety plans, conduct inspections, train staff, and lead incident investigations, reporting findings to leadership. Requirements include OSHA knowledge, DoD/Army safety practices, and a valid REAL ID; CAC eligibility is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; experience may substitute.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of safety experience on government, military, or industrial logistics sites.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, EM 385-1-1, DA PAM 385-10, Army site safety practices.
• Experience with military logistics, equipment turn-in, retrograde, or base closure operations preferred.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• REAL ID required; valid driver’s license with proof of insurance.
• Ability to obtain CAC and pass background check/drug testing.
• Basic English proficiency.
• Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook) proficiency.
• Tier1/NACI background eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead site safety oversight and enforce the Safety Plan per OSHA/EM 385-1-1 and Army regs.
• Conduct safety orientations and recurring trainings for personnel and subcontractors.
• Lead investigations of incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; report to PM/COR.
• Perform safety audits and JHAs for operations like equipment offload and turn-in staging.
• Track safety KPIs and prepare reports for leadership and government oversight.
• Develop hazard controls for heavy equipment and military logistics operations.

Skills

Safety leadership

Excellent communication

Documentation

Conflict resolution

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s in Occupational Safety/Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for ensuring a safe and compliant work environment at a U.S. Army contractor site focused on equipment turn-in, retrograde, and property disposal operations. This role ensures adherence to OSHA, DoD, and Army safety standards and actively promotes a culture of safety among all site personnel and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

Site Safety Oversight

• Implement and enforce the site-specific Safety Plan in accordance with OSHA , EM 385-1-1 , and Army regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards related to material handling, equipment movement, and personnel operations during equipment turn-in.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) in compliance with EPA and Army guidelines.

Training & Compliance

• Conduct safety orientations and recurring training for all personnel, including subcontractors and temporary labor.
• Ensure employees are trained on proper PPE usage, forklift and equipment operation, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and incident reporting procedures.
• Maintain safety training records and certifications in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Incident Management

• Lead investigations of accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Report findings and corrective actions to the Project Manager and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), as required.
• Maintain incident logs and OSHA reporting documentation.

Safety Audits & Reporting

• Perform routine safety audits and job hazard analyses (JHAs) for all key operations, including equipment offload, inspection, and turn-in staging.
• Track safety KPIs and prepare regular reports for internal leadership and government oversight.
• Support government inspections and respond to safety-related inquiries or non-compliance findings.

Risk Mitigation

• Develop and implement hazard control measures specific to heavy equipment, material handling, and military logistics operations.
• Monitor environmental conditions and enforce heat stress, cold weather, or severe weather protocols as required by site conditions.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform routine standing, walking, bending, and reaching tasks in warehouse and field environments. Must also meet all physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties, including working in extreme heat or cold, high, or low humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, heights, and other inclement weather conditions. This position involves working both indoors and outdoors, periodic overtime, and exposure to heat, dust, cold, and adverse weather conditions.
• Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; however, equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of safety experience on government, military, or industrial logistics sites.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, EM 385-1-1, DA PAM 385-10, and Army site safety practices.
• Experience supporting military logistics, equipment turn-in, retrograde, or base closure operations is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Must have a REAL ID.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with proof of vehicle insurance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
• Must receive a favorable background check and drug testing results.
• Basic proficiency in the English language (reading and writing).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must be able to obtain Tier1/ NACI (Public trust) background eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry or Construction) required; CSP, CHST, or similar preferred.
• Forklift and HAZMAT handling certification a plus.
• Familiarity with Army safety systems, procedures, and reporting (e.g., mishap reporting to the COR).
• Former military or DoD contractor experience strongly preferred.

Job ID

2026-24807

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is not just another operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AGL, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders,

AGL provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers,

AGL delivers comprehensive supply, transportation, and maintenance services designed to optimize and maintain operations.

As an AGL employee,

You will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).