Safety Representative

Actalent; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Safety Representative to oversee on-site safety for solar construction projects in Springfield, IL. This contract role focuses on electrical and mission-critical construction activities and driving a strong safety culture.

The role requires OSHA 30 expertise, experience delivering safety training, and a hands-on approach to risk assessment, incident tracking, and compliance with NFPA 70E. Travel to multiple project sites will be necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction site safety management, preferably solar/electrical.
• Ability to apply OSHA 30 standards on site.
• Hazard identification, risk assessment and corrective action planning.
• Experience delivering safety training to field teams on solar and electrical work.
• Ability to maintain safety documentation and reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of site safety on solar construction projects.
• Enforce safety programs and OSHA NFPA70E compliance.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits.
• Provide toolbox talks on rigging, lifting, electrical safety.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain safety signage and PPE resources.
• Travel to additional project sites as needed.

Skills

Safety management

OSHA 30 knowledge

Hazard assessment

Safety training

Incident tracking

Rigging safety

NFPA 70E

Construction safety

On-site travel

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Safety Representative

Job Description

This role oversees site safety on solar construction projects, ensuring that all work complies with relevant safety standards and best practices. The safety representative leads safety initiatives on electrical and mission critical construction sites, promotes a strong safety culture, and provides guidance and training to project teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of site safety on solar construction projects, with a strong focus on electrical and mission critical construction activities.
• Implement and enforce safety management programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA 30 and NFPA 70E requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits of the construction site, equipment, and work practices to identify and correct unsafe conditions.
• Provide safety training and toolbox talks to site personnel, including topics such as rigging and lifting, man-lifts, scissor lifts, and electrical safety.
• Monitor and track safety recordables, incidents, and near misses, and maintain accurate documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with project teams to plan work in a manner that minimizes risk, particularly for electrical construction and solar installation activities.
• Support safe operation and use of man-lifts and scissor lifts, ensuring proper training, inspection, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Promote a proactive safety culture by engaging with workers on the job site, addressing concerns, and reinforcing safe behaviors.
• Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure that safety signage, personal protective equipment, and other safety resources are available and properly used on the site.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated experience in safety management on construction sites, preferably within solar and electrical construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 30 standards and ability to apply them in a construction environment.
• Experience with construction safety practices, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and corrective action planning.
• Hands-on experience providing safety training to construction teams, including topics related to solar, electrical work, and equipment operation.
• Ability to track and manage safety recordables, maintain accurate documentation, and prepare safety reports.
• Knowledge of rigging and lifting safety practices in a construction setting.
• Familiarity with the safe operation of man-lifts and scissor lifts and associated safety requirements.
• Understanding of NFPA 70E electrical safety standards and their application on construction projects.
• Ability to work on-site at solar construction projects and travel to additional project locations as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with utility scale solar construction environments where safety and reliability are paramount.
• Formal OSHA 30 certification.
• Training or certification related to rigging and lifting operations.
• Training or certification related to man-lifts and scissor lifts.
• Exposure to solar construction projects and familiarity with solar‑specific safety considerations.
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with field teams and deliver safety training.
• Organizational skills to manage safety documentation, records, and compliance requirements.

Work Environment

This position is based on‑site at solar construction projects, working closely with field teams in an active construction environment. The role involves regular presence on the job site around electrical construction activities, heavy equipment, and mission critical infrastructure. Travel is required after the completion of the current project, as the safety representative will support additional sites. The work environment is fast‑paced and hands‑on, requiring consistent engagement in the field and adherence to all applicable safety standards and procedures.solar

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Springfield, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan