Safety Coordinator

About the role

The Safety Coordinator will work closely with the Regional Safety Manager and National Safety Director to provide single-site safety supervision to 40-50 field employees. We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about sharing and spreading a safety culture at The Berg Group and looking to grow and advance their career within the safety function.

Responsibilities

• Work with the field team in managing hazardous working conditions and eliminating unsafe employee activities.
• Stay in regular contact with field staff regarding safety practices, toolbox talks, and reporting procedures.
• Build rapport with the field so that communications are regular and consistent.
• Assist in new employee orientation, specifically safety program training as well as curriculum development.
• Hold field accountable to safety practices; provide spot or safety rewards per Berg’s program to positively reinforce behavior.
• Submit weekly reports to the National Safety Director with a summary of all job site visits.
• Restock first aid kits and other first-aid items such as eye solution and skin glue.
• Document, investigate, analyze, and report all accidents and near misses.
• Interact comfortably with General Contractors and seek assistance for situations outside of experience level.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Handle safety equipment including replacements and certifications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suites.
• Up-to-date knowledge of safety equipment, requirements, and state OSHA.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements/standards.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proven talent to retain a positive brand and relationship with clients while in the field.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Safety, Industrial/Construction Hygiene, or Occupational Safety (preferred).
• Certified first responder (preferred).
• Bilingual (preferred).
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.
• Problem-solving and organizational skills.

Work Environment

Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10-15 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.