Site Safety Professional

Enerfab; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Enerfab is seeking a Site Safety Professional in De Soto, KS to lead safety programs on construction sites, manage safety teams, conduct audits, and ensure regulatory compliance. This role reports to the VP of Safety and Quality and requires strong leadership and communication skills.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety (CSP preferred), with 5 years of construction/industrial safety experience and prior supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field; CSP or similar certifications preferred.
• 5 years of experience in construction or industrial safety, with at least 2 years in supervision/management.
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage site-specific safety programs and policies to meet company and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic leadership in driving a culture of safety excellence.
• Collaborate with senior management to establish safety goals and objectives.
• Lead and conduct regular safety inspections and audits of construction sites to identify hazards and compliance issues.
• Document inspection findings, safety violations, and corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to site personnel on safety improvements.
• Manage incident reporting and investigation procedures, including near misses and injuries.
• Lead or assist in root cause analysis and corrective action plans.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate and deliver safety training sessions and toolbox talks for employees and subcontractors.
• Monitor training compliance and track certifications.
• Promote safety awareness and engage project teams in safety discussions.
• Ensure construction activities comply with safety regulations and enforce PPE use.
• Conduct safety compliance audits and follow up on issues.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans, drills, and preparedness measures.
• Serve as a leader in the site’s emergency response team if applicable.
• Maintain and ensure availability of emergency resources and equipment.
• Maintain safety documentation, permits, and emergency response plans.
• Prepare and submit regular safety reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure safety signage and communication tools are up to date.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Hazard identification

Regulatory knowledge

Incident investigation

Safety program development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Tools

Safety software

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Job description

Title: Site Safety Professional

Location: De Soto, KS

Division: Enerfab Power & Industrial

Direct Report:VP of Safety and Quality

Company Summary

Enerfab has over 120 years of experience, offering fabrication and construction capabilities to a wide variety of customers for the chemical, food & beverage, oil & gas, heavy industrial and power industries. Founded in 1901, our company began making sealants and lacquers — including a patented formula for brewer’s pitch — for beer tanks and vessels. Over the last century, our expanded capabilities, project experience, safety record, and commitment to quality have made Enerfab one of the industry leaders in shop fabrication, field erection and construction and maintenance services.

The Site Safety Professional is responsible for overseeing and implementing safety programs, policies, and procedures on construction sites. This leadership role involves managing safety teams, conducting safety audits, incident investigations, safety training, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Leadership

1. Develop, implement, and manage site-specific safety programs and policies to meet company and regulatory requirements.
2. Provide strategic leadership in driving a culture of safety excellence.
3. Collaborate with senior management to establish safety goals and objectives.

Safety Inspections and Audits

1. Lead and conduct regular safety inspections and audits of construction sites to identify hazards, unsafe practices, and compliance issues.
2. Document inspection findings, safety violations, and corrective actions.
3. Provide guidance to site personnel on safety improvements.

Incident Management

1. Manage incident reporting and investigation procedures, including near misses, injuries, and property damage.
2. Lead or assist in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and the development of corrective action plans.
3. Maintain accurate records of incidents, investigations, and corrective actions.

Safety Training and Education

1. Coordinate and deliver safety training sessions and toolbox talks for employees and subcontractors.
2. Monitor training compliance and track employee certifications.
3. Promote safety awareness and engage in safety discussions with project teams.

Safety Compliance

1. Ensure that construction activities comply with safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
2. Enforce the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.
3. Conduct safety compliance audits and follow up on identified issues.

Emergency Response

1. Develop and implement emergency response plans, drills, and preparedness measures.
2. Serve as a leader in the site’s emergency response team, if applicable.
3. Ensure emergency response resources and equipment are maintained and readily available.

Safety Documentation and Reporting

1. Maintain safety documentation, including safety plans, permits, and emergency response plans.
2. Prepare and submit regular safety reports to senior management and project stakeholders.
3. Ensure safety signage and communication tools are up to date.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field; Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certifications preferred.
• 5 years of experience in construction or industrial safety, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in safety software, Microsoft Office applications, and data analysis.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.