Safety Specialist

Job Title:

Safety Specialist

Job Description

The Safety Specialist serves as an Assistant Safety Manager responsible for delivering safety orientations, implementing safety protocols, and supporting field and office operations across multiple construction and electrical utility project sites. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, overseeing proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), maintaining safety records and certifications, and responding to incidents or safety concerns both in the field and at the office.

The position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals early in their construction or safety career to gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in safety management.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct safety orientations for new and existing employees to ensure consistent understanding of company safety policies and procedures.

+ Implement and maintain safety protocols for both office and field operations in alignment with OSHA standards and company requirements.

+ Travel regularly to construction and electrical utility job sites across New Jersey to verify that proper PPE is being worn and safety procedures are followed.

+ Perform safety audits on vehicles, job sites, and equipment to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety records, including employee certifications, OSHA logs, and other required documentation.

+ Use Excel to manage safety procedures, track workforce updates, and organize safety-related data and reports.

+ Administer quarterly employee training on the safety manual and ensure all personnel understand updates and changes.

+ Prepare and deliver specific safety training modules as needed, including sessions scheduled during downtime such as inclement weather days.

+ Support incident and accident protocol by understanding proper procedures, assisting with investigations, and helping implement corrective actions.

+ Manage and support the fit test program to ensure employees are properly fitted for required safety equipment.

+ Oversee Operator Qualification (OQ) training and maintain the OQ program to ensure employees meet required qualifications.

+ Conduct new employee safety training to ensure all new hires understand field and office safety expectations before starting work.

+ Coordinate the safety equipment program in collaboration with facilities and equipment personnel to maintain inspections of air supply tanks, air monitors, rescue equipment including lanyards and tripods, lift chains, fire extinguishers, shop equipment, and other safety-related tools.

+ Review and verify subcontractor safety qualifications and monitor adherence to company and regulatory safety requirements.

+ Participate in MOD and other safety-related meetings, contributing safety insights and updates as needed.

+ Maintain proper OSHA posters and ensure they are current and displayed in required locations.

+ Prepare documentation for OSHA hours and incident reporting and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely submission.

+ Complete and manage customer safety questionnaires, including pre-qualification and re-qualification forms, to support business and project requirements.

+ Provide general safety support to leadership and assist with additional safety-related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

+ 0-5 years of experience in the construction or safety industry.

+ 0-1 years of construction experience with exposure to field operations.

+ Understanding of basic field safety practices, including proper use of PPE.

+ Construction knowledge, particularly related to field operations and site safety.

+ Ability and willingness to travel throughout New Jersey to multiple project sites.

+ Proficiency with Excel for managing safety records, tracking certifications, and maintaining procedures.

+ Clean driving record suitable for frequent travel between job sites.

+ Familiarity with OSHA standards and the ability to apply them in field and office environments.

+ Ability to provide safety oversight in construction and utility settings.

+ Strong attention to detail in record keeping, documentation, and safety audits.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ 1-2 years of safety experience, with 2-5 years preferred for candidates with more advanced safety backgrounds.

+ Experience communicating effectively with construction personnel at all levels on safety matters.

+ Experience in underground projects or civil and utility work, as opposed to vertical construction.

+ Experience in the electric utility or utility industry environments.

+ Experience as a Safety Specialist, Safety professional, or in construction safety or operations roles.

+ Ability to manage multiple safety programs such as fit testing, OQ training, and safety equipment inspections.

+ Capability to prepare and complete customer safety questionnaires and pre-qualification documentation.

+ Interest in growing a career in construction safety, particularly for recent graduates or…