Southern Safety Coordinator

Villager Construction, Inc.; Village of Fairport (NY); Remote; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a Southern Safety Coordinator responsible for promoting safety culture and enforcing safety procedures across multiple states. This role requires effective communication skills and a minimum of five years in construction safety. The position involves regular job-site safety assessments, incident reporting, and employee education. Competitive salary range is offered, and the role may include nighttime and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Ability to adjust to changing situations.
• Commitment to continuing education in safety training.
• OSHA 10-hour certification minimum, OSHA 30 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct job-site safety observations across multiple states.
• Maintain daily work logs.
• Educate employees on safety expectations.
• Lead investigations of incidents and unsafe conditions.
• Analyze jobsite safety risks.

Skills

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Initiative to improve safety practices

Education

At least five years in Construction safety and/or management

Associate's degree

Certifications in safety topics

Tools

Microsoft Office

B2W or other construction software

Job description

Job Description

JOB TITLE : Southern Safety Coordinator

REPORTS TO : Safety Director

BASE : Southeastern states where Villager operates such as NC, SC, TN, GA, AL

SALARY : $65,000 - $80,000 / yr

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY :

The Southern Safety Coordinator is responsible for enforcing company safety procedures, reporting and documenting incidents and accidents, jobsite safety assessments and procurements of proper PPE. Works closely with and maintains constant communication with Safety Director and Operations management. The Southern Safety Coordinator must take a leadership role in promoting our Safety Culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES : Job duties include but are not limited to the following

• Conduct regularly scheduled job-site safety observations throughout multiple states including NC, SC, TN, GA, AL.Nighttime and weekend work may be required, including overnight travel
• Maintain daily work logs
• Attend pre-project safety walks and inspections
• Analyze and determine jobsite safety risks
• Educate employees on safety expectations
• Educate employees on safe machinery operations and traffic control
• Provide recommendations for improving jobsite safety
• Report incidents and accidents to the Safety team
• Maintain documentation for incidents and accidents
• Provide proper PPE to field employees
• Enforce Villager’s safety procedures and client / project safety policies
• Assist in planning and execution of annual Southern Safety Meeting
• Virtually attend and contribute to monthly safety committee meetings
• Lead investigations of incidents, near misses, claims and complaints regarding unsafe or unhealthy working conditions or practices
• Ensure required incident information is collected and submitted timely
• Analyze inspection and incident information to identify causes and trends, in order to develop preventive or corrective practices
• Maintain knowledge of current OSHA and industry standards, regulations, and construction safety practices and policies

REQUIRED SKILLS :

Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure and have the ability to adjust to changing situations

Strong written and verbal communication skills including public speaking

Strong interpersonal skills and has the ability to interact with both office and field personnel effectively

Must be able to work independently with limited supervision while still being a team player

Requires an initiative to improve safety practices when identified

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS :

At least five years in Construction safety and / or management experience or an Associate’s degree

Demonstrates commitment to continuing education in safety training in following competencies : Work Zone Traffic Control, excavation, rigging, fall protection, scaffolding, hazmat, confined space, air quality, personal protection equipment / clothing

Certifications to teach First aid, ATSSA, or other Construction related topics a plus

Computer Proficient in Microsoft office

Familiarity with B2W or other construction software a plus

LICENSES / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

OSHA 10-hour certification minimum, OSHA 30 preferred

Valid driver’s license