Safety Coordinator [HR-14481]

Shirley Parsons; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy recruitment agency is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor with experience in wind energy to support operations along the East Coast. This mid-senior level contract position involves site inspections, safety audits, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in health and safety, a strong understanding of OSHA standards, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a health and safety role, with wind project background.
• Strong understanding of OSHA standards and wind industry safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide health and safety support across operational and construction wind sites.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Experience in health and safety

Understanding of OSHA standards

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

GWO certifications

Job description

Overview

Shirley Parsons is partnered with an industry-leading organization in the renewable energy sector, currently seeking a Health and Safety Advisor with wind energy experience to support operations along the East Coast.

Start Date: ASAP

Estimated End Date: June 2026

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day health and safety support across operational and construction wind sites along the East Coast.
• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits to ensure compliance with internal policies, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and implement corrective/preventive actions to mitigate risks.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through visible leadership, coaching, and continuous engagement with site teams.
• Develop, update, and maintain health and safety procedures, training materials, and documentation in line with current legislation and organizational standards.
• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training to employees and subcontractors to ensure awareness and understanding of safety expectations.
• Monitor and report on leading and lagging safety indicators; compile data for internal and external reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, engineering, and project management to integrate safety into daily workflows.
• Act as a point of contact for regulatory bodies during inspections, audits, or inquiries.
• Support emergency preparedness and response planning, including drills and scenario testing.
• Review and evaluate contractor safety plans and performance to ensure alignment with client expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of health and safety programs through benchmarking, innovation, and application of industry best practices.

Key Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a health and safety role, with proven background on wind projects.
• Strong understanding of OSHA standards and wind industry safety protocols.
• GWO (Global Wind Organization) training/certifications are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel to sites along the East Coast as required

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Quality Assurance and Project Management

Industries

• Services for Renewable Energy and Construction

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