Safety Coordinator - Raleigh, NC

Messer Construction Co.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player committed to building better communities as a Safety Coordinator. This entry-level role in Raleigh, NC, involves supporting safety initiatives through inspections, training, and committee leadership. You will play a crucial part in ensuring a safe working environment, contributing to the overall success of construction projects. The company values professional growth and collaboration, providing a platform for you to make a meaningful impact on both the community and the industry. If you're passionate about safety and eager to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in safety-related program or minimum 2 years’ experience in construction safety.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety inspections and training for employees.
• Lead safety meetings and organize project safety committees.
• Investigate accidents and track safety trends.

Skills

Construction Safety

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Degree in Safety-related Program

2 years’ Experience in Construction Safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

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Description

Messer Construction Co. is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer now stands as one of the nation’s leading healthcare and higher education builders. Messer’s footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Charlotte & Raleigh, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, & Dayton, Ohio; Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee. Messer employees live where they work, resulting in the company’s sustained commitment to building better communities.

We are currently seeking a Safety Engineer to join the Messer team in our Raleigh region. This position supports Messer projects and personnel with safety inspections, project planning, employee training, and other safety and health services.

What You Will Do

• Pre-construction safety meetings
• Contractor safety orientations
• Weekly site safety inspections
• Involvement in OSHA inspections and related follow-up
• Accident/incident investigation
• Research on safety topics
• Employee safety training
• Organize and lead project safety committee
• Track and identify trends
• Provide coverage for a Safety Coordinator when they are absent
• Be active in safety committees in the region
• Administrative functions including but not limited to: completion of paperwork related to safety inspections, accident/incident follow-up, OSHA inspections, employee training, safety orientations; written communication about safety approaches and information from seminars; tracking safety equipment distributed to the site

What You Will Bring

• Degree in safety-related program or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in construction safety with an expectation to earn a supporting degree
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, or relevant systems
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to support a team environment
• Accuracy and consistency in work
• Ability to work non-routine hours as needed
• Creative problem-solving skills aligned with Messer’s business philosophy

We build where we live, and it shows. When you take charge of your career through professional growth and collaboration, you can’t help but feel your impact on the community and the industry. And it’s what you can expect at Messer each day. In business since 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer is committed to building better. Join Messer, where building with purpose is the foundation of everything we do.

All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon passing a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Messer is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Messer is committed to a diverse workforce.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Construction