Safety Coordinator

Description Overview

The Safety Coordinator ensures that all operations, procedures, and practices adhere to the highest safety standards, fostering a secure and healthy work environment. This role involves conducting inspections, developing safety programs, training employees, and ensuring compliance with all relevant safety regulations.

• Conducts regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and areas for improvement.
• Collaborates with various departments to develop and implement comprehensive safety programs and initiatives.
• Provides guidance and training to employees on safety protocols and procedures.
• Investigates and analyzes incidents, accidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and recommending preventive measures.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards.
• Maintains accurate records of safety-related activities, incidents, and training sessions.
• Assists in the development and communication of emergency response plans and procedures.
• Participates in safety meetings and committees, contributing insights and recommendations.
• Stays updated with industry best practices and evolving safety trends.
• Promotes a culture of safety through ongoing engagement with employees and leadership.
• Recommends corrective actions and safety improvements to reduce workplace risks.
• Supports the enforcement of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and safety protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Seven (7) years of experience in a related field with supervisory experience preferred.
• Proven experience in safety-related roles, preferably in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Relevant safety certifications (e.g., OHST, STS-C, OSHA 500).
• Experience in developing and implementing safety programs in a construction or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with safety management software and reporting tools.

OR an equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience that results in the successful performance of the job. Additional education may substitute for required experience on one-for-one year basis or vice versa.

• Knowledge of workplace safety regulations, including OSHA, federal, state, and local compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of safety program development, hazard identification, and incident investigation techniques.
• Knowledge of emergency response planning and best practices.
• Skill in conducting safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Skill in training employees and effectively communicating safety procedures.
• Skill in analyzing safety incidents, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments to implement safety initiatives.
• Ability to adapt to changing safety regulations and workplace conditions.
• Ability to organize and maintain safety records, documentation, and compliance reports.
• Ability to enforce safety policies while maintaining a positive and productive work environment.

Medium work environment. Indoor and outdoor work with exposure to uncomfortable and hazardous physical, ergonomic, and/or emotional environment. Work requires lifting up to 50 pounds and wearing protective equipment; exposure to environmental conditions, weather, climbing, crawling, lying, and working under pressure.