Shipyard Safety Coordinator: Protecting Crew & Projects

Rhoads-Industries,-Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health insurance packages

401k matching

PTO

Job summary

Rhoads Industries, Inc. in Philadelphia seeks a Safety Coordinator to support health, safety, and environmental procedures across shipyard operations. This hands-on role conducts inspections, coordinates safety permits, and maintains documentation to promote a safe working environment.

The role involves confined space testing, hot work permitting, emergency response duties, and collaboration with production teams to reinforce safe practices. Prior shipyard safety experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or 1–2 years of safety experience in shipyards, construction or related field.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental practices in industrial environments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to document inspections and reports.
• Willingness to follow established safety procedures and escalate hazards as needed.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Communicate HSE procedures to employees and supervisors to ensure compliance.
• Conduct routine safety inspections of shipyard work areas and vessels under construction.
• Coordinate safety concerns with production supervisors and escalate hazards.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work area conditions per safety requirements.
• Perform confined space testing, permit documentation, and emergency response duties as assigned.
• Issue and document Hot Work Permits and participate as Shipyard Competent Person.
• Support Hazardous Waste Management program and maintain required records.
• Assist with safety communications, toolbox talks, and training documentation.

Skills

HSE knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. in HSE

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Rhoads Industries, Inc. in Philadelphia seeks a Safety Coordinator to support health, safety, and environmental procedures across shipyard operations. This hands-on role conducts inspections, coordinates safety permits, and maintains documentation to promote a safe working environment.

The role involves confined space testing, hot work permitting, emergency response duties, and collaboration with production teams to reinforce safe practices. Prior shipyard safety experience is advantageous.