Safety Specialist: Lead Field Safety & Compliance

Aero; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Aero Automatic Sprinkler Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit, seeks a Safety Specialist to develop, audit, and enforce our safety programs across field projects. You will lead safety initiatives, conduct inspections, and coordinate with operations to ensure OSHA/MSHA compliance.

The role is based in Phoenix with travel to sites as needed. Ideal candidates are pursuing a related degree in occupational safety, with strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills, and a willingness to stop

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current Federal and OSHA requirements.
• Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred.
• Working knowledge of computers with Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Willingness to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the craft daily to encourage buy-in and support safety ownership.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to policies and plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field based on trends.
• Encourage, support, advise staff to execute the SSSP.
• Assist with maintaining project files in OSHA/MSHA compliance and policy.
• Assist with first aid and relationships with EMS and clinics.
• Assist with incident investigations and implement effective solutions.
• Complete daily hazard inspections and help with corrective actions.
• Review work plans and provide safety training on policies and client requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Aero Automatic Sprinkler Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit, seeks a Safety Specialist to develop, audit, and enforce our safety programs across field projects. You will lead safety initiatives, conduct inspections, and coordinate with operations to ensure OSHA/MSHA compliance.

The role is based in Phoenix with travel to sites as needed. Ideal candidates are pursuing a related degree in occupational safety, with strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills, and a willingness to stop