Site Safety Lead

Audubon Companies; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies seeks a Site Safety Lead to support safe execution of refinery-related NDE and inspection work at an assigned site. This onsite role partners with project leadership, field supervisors, technicians, and safety personnel to identify hazards, verify controls, and strengthen safe work practices across active areas.

The successful candidate will provide field safety leadership, monitor compliance with site requirements, coordinate with Radiation Safety Officers for radiography

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; safety-focused training preferred.
• Five or more years of safety experience in refinery, petrochemical, oil and gas, construction, or other heavy industrial operations; field safety leadership experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of industrial safety practices, hazard recognition, job safety analysis, permit-to-work systems, incident reporting, and corrective action processes.
• Knowledge of refinery work controls and common hazards, including energy isolation, confined space, hot work, work at heights, and radiography interfaces.
• Experience supporting NDE, API inspection, rope access, radiography, or facility integrity services preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour training or equivalent safety training preferred; must complete all required site and company training.
• Current first aid/CPR training preferred; CHST, CSP, or equivalent credentials are a plus.
• Must be able to meet applicable site access, background, and drug-screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide a visible onsite safety presence for facility integrity, NDE, API inspection, rope access, and advanced NDE crews.
• Plan work safely with project and field leadership; review scope and hazards; confirm required controls before work begins.
• Lead or support pre-job briefings, toolbox talks, job safety analyses, hazard assessments, and daily safety communications.
• Verify personnel understand and follow refinery access rules, permit-to-work requirements, energy isolation, confined space, hot work, work-at-height, and other controls.
• Conduct field observations, inspections, and audits; document findings and follow corrective actions through closure.
• Coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices, hazard recognition, stop-work authority, and reporting expectations.
• Coordinate with the Radiation Safety Officer and radiography personnel to verify required radiation controls and interfaces.
• Promote compliance with HSE procedures, refinery requirements, regulations, and project safety plans.
• Report and assist with investigation of incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and equipment or process failures; identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Support emergency preparedness, drills, response coordination, and communication of site-specific procedures.
• Track safety observations, audits, training, incidents, corrective actions, and other project safety metrics; prepare KPI reports.
• Review safety trends and performance data and recommend practical actions to prevent repeats.
• Verify required safety orientations, training, certifications, and documentation are current for assigned personnel.
• Coordinate with client site safety personnel and internal teams to resolve safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate safety records and protect confidential information.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Site Safety Leadership

Hazard Recognition

Incident Reporting

Coaching & Training

KPI Tracking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Safety-related degree or training preferred

Tools

Spreadsheets

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary:

Audubon is seeking a Site Safety Lead to join our team. The Site Safety Lead supports safe execution of facility integrity, NDE, API inspection, rope access, and advanced NDE work at an assigned refinery site. This onsite role works with project leadership, field supervisors, technicians, inspectors, and site safety representatives to identify hazards, verify controls, and strengthen safe work practices across active work areas.

The Site Safety Lead provides field safety leadership, monitors compliance with company and site requirements, supports incident prevention and response, and tracks safety performance. The position advises and coaches field teams, escalates significant risks, and coordinates with the Radiation Safety Officer and other qualified personnel when work involves radiography or specialized hazards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide a visible onsite safety presence for facility integrity, NDE, API inspection, rope access, and advanced NDE crews.
• Work with project and field leadership to plan work safely, review scope and hazards, and confirm required controls are in place before work begins.
• Lead or support pre-job briefings, toolbox talks, job safety analyses, hazard assessments, and daily safety communications.
• Verify personnel understand and follow refinery access rules, permit-to-work requirements, energy isolation, confined space, hot work, work-at-height, and other applicable controls.
• Conduct field observations, inspections, and audits; document findings and follow corrective actions through closure.
• Coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices, hazard recognition, stop-work authority, and reporting expectations.
• Monitor work involving rope access, elevated locations, radiography, confined spaces, lifting, and other higher-risk activities; coordinate with qualified technical leads and site representatives.
• Coordinate with the Radiation Safety Officer and radiography personnel to verify required radiation controls, exclusion zones, communication, and site interfaces are addressed.
• Promote compliance with company HSE procedures, refinery requirements, applicable regulations, and approved project safety plans.
• Report and assist with investigation of incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and equipment or process failures; help identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Support emergency preparedness, drills, response coordination, and communication of site-specific emergency procedures.
• Track safety observations, audits, training, incidents, corrective actions, and other project safety metrics; prepare regular KPI reports for project leadership and the client.
• Review safety trends and performance data and recommend practical actions to prevent repeat issues and improve field execution.
• Verify required safety orientations, training, certifications, and documentation are current for assigned personnel before work begins.
• Coordinate with client site safety personnel and internal HSE, operations, quality, and project teams to resolve safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate safety records and protect confidential employee, incident, and client information.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Experience and Qualifications Required

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; degree or formal training in occupational safety, environmental health, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Five or more years of safety experience in refinery, petrochemical, oil and gas, construction, or other heavy industrial operations; field safety leadership experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of industrial safety practices, hazard recognition, job safety analysis, permit-to-work systems, incident reporting, and corrective action processes.
• Knowledge of refinery work controls and common hazards, including energy isolation, confined space, hot work, work at heights, and radiography interfaces.
• Experience supporting NDE, API inspection, rope access, radiography, or facility integrity services preferred.
• Ability to conduct field inspections, communicate findings, document actions, and follow issues through resolution.
• Strong communication, coaching, organization, and problem-solving skills; ability to work effectively with field personnel and client representatives.
• Ability to collect and report safety metrics using spreadsheets and standard office software.
• OSHA 30-hour training or equivalent safety training preferred; must complete all required site and company training.
• Current first aid/CPR training preferred; additional safety credentials such as CHST, CSP, or equivalent are a plus.
• Must be able to meet applicable site access, background, and drug-screening requirements.

Other Infromation:

• This is an onsite field safety leadership position supporting facility integrity and inspection services at an assigned refinery site. Work schedules may include extended shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, or turnaround periods based on project needs. The Site Safety Lead works closely with project leadership and site safety representatives and may be required to respond to urgent field safety issues.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee regularly stands, walks, sits, uses hands and arms, and communicates. The role requires frequent walking through industrial work areas and may involve climbing stairs or ladders, accessing elevated locations, and occasionally stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Required PPE must be worn. The employee may occasionally lift or move materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

• The position is based at a refinery with regular field work in operating and construction areas. Conditions may include moving equipment, industrial noise, outdoor weather, uneven surfaces, chemicals or fumes, and elevated locations. Required PPE and site safety procedures must be followed. Occasional travel may be required for training or project support.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

• All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
• Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
• Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
• Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

Equal Employment Opportunity

Audubon Companies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Working at Audubon

Client-focused. People-powered. Safety-driven.

The Audubon Family of Companies provides professional consulting solutions to the energy industry. For over 25 years, our proven reputation for operational excellence and dedication to client satisfaction has helped us become a leading service provider to some of the biggest names in oil and gas. Our team of over 1,000 of the country's top professionals can deliver a full range of consulting services, from EPCM to field solutions and operational support.

At Audubon we are always growing, though we never lose sight of our commitment to excellence. Our focus on flexibility and our demand for unsurpassed quality control over continue to guide our growth as they have since our inception. We realize that service goes beyond plugging in a professional skill set. Service means flexibility. Service means understanding and solving project challenges in dynamic environments. Service means communication. We pride ourselves on providing the service of the quality which allows us to implement efficient solutions that deliver immediate value and long-term returns.

Our dedication to people requires an equal dedication to safety. Our rigorous safety program helps us maintain a safe and incident-free work environment from the desktop to the pipeline trench. Our people drive the quality and efficiency that have established Audubon as a leader in the oil and gas industry - their growth and safety are at the core of our business.