Safety Representative (Midland, TX)

About the role

The Safety Representative ensures field safety programs and policies are in place to promote a safe work environment, coordinating with the project’s management execution team and the Safety Director.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and assist in conducting all weekly safety meetings as scheduled.
• Conduct daily documented safety inspections to identify and correct hazardous conditions such as noise, toxic substances, and other noticeable hazards.
• Generate reports of findings during tests with recommendations for corrective action.
• Implement and remain familiar with jobsite emergency medical response requirements for dealing with injuries.
• Maintain all required recordkeeping, including reports related to injuries, accidents, near misses, and environmental issues (e.g., safety data sheets, monitoring test results).
• Maintain all required safety job site postings.
• Inspect properties, including buildings, industrial operations, vehicles, equipment, and personal protective equipment, to evaluate physical conditions, safety practices, and identify hazardous situations.
• Observe field personnel while performing duties and report any laxity in safety precautions.
• Communicate observed or anticipated safety concerns to appropriate field personnel.
• Investigate accidents or incidents to ascertain causes and report to management.
• Instruct employees on the proper use of safety equipment and safe work methods.
• Inspect specified areas for safety equipment, including fire prevention equipment, first aid supplies, and additional safety gear.
• Understand and clearly communicate Company safety policies and procedures.
• Enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety.
• Monitor changes to compliance laws.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and policies (including client’s) while promoting the Company’s safety culture.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in safety within the construction or petrochemical industry.
• Valid and current certifications in first aid, CPR, and OSHA 30-hour (construction preferred).
• Working knowledge of applicable construction codes, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and employees at all levels.
• Knowledge of all relevant local, state, and federal laws.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents such as scopes of work and project schedules.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment when handling day-to-day information.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time-management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities.
• Ability to work cooperatively across all levels, delivering on commitments—results-oriented.
• Strong analytical skills to understand and interpret data.
• Ability to complete work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
• Ability to quickly learn organizational systems.
• Must be able to work non-routine hours, including nights and weekends, when necessary.
• Valid, unexpired driver’s license.
• Ability and willingness to travel for out-of-town assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors, exposed to heat, humidity, cold, rain, and heavy traffic areas.
• Ability to stand for long periods, including 8 or more hours.
• Constant movement to accomplish tasks, including walking, standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting, bending, gripping, and climbing.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolds.
• Ability to walk on beams and narrow surfaces at and above ground level.
• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Work includes moving and/or lifting objects up to 50 pounds, carrying at least 30 pounds, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.