Safety Supervisor - LCM Division
Safety Supervisor Overview
Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and well-being of others? As a Safety Supervisor, you'll be at the forefront of creating a secure working environment for our team. Collaborating with site management and reporting to the Facilities Safety Manager, you'll play a vital role in safeguarding employees, colleagues, and the public. This dynamic position is deemed 'safety sensitive,' highlighting the critical nature of your responsibilities in maintaining a hazard-free workplace.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Conduct daily jobsite safety inspections and audits to identify unsafe conditions or practices; ensure timely correction of hazards.
- Monitor field operations to verify compliance with OSHA standards and project-specific safety procedures.
- Support field supervisors and foremen in developing and implementing task-specific Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
- Verify that subcontractors adhere to the site’s Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) plan and conduct joint safety inspections when necessary.
- Congduct new hire safety orientations and ongoing training sessions for employees and subcontractors.
- Facilitate daily toolbox talks and weekly safety meetings in coordination with field supervision.
- Communicate safety goals, performance metrics, and corrective actions to crews in a clear and supportive manner.
- Promote a “stop work” culture, empowering all employees to speak up about unsafe conditions.
- Respond to and assist in the investigation of any accidents, incidents, or near misses; gather documentation and prepare initial reports.
- Participate in root cause analyses and recommend preventive actions.
- Support emergency preparedness drills and ensure first-aid and rescue equipment are available and maintained.
- Maintain accurate safety records, including inspection logs, training attendance, incident reports, and corrective action tracking.
- Prepare and submit daily or weekly safety reports to the Safety Manager.
- Ensure that all safety documentation complies with company and client requirements.
- Work closely with the Safety Manager, Project Superintendent, and Construction Managers to integrate safety into project planning and execution.
- Mentor and guide craft personnel on safe work practices and compliance expectations.
- Represent the safety department in coordination meetings and client walkthroughs when requested.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education & Experience:
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in construction safety, preferably on heavy industrial or large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Experience in steel mill, refinery, or manufacturing construction is strongly preferred.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required.
- First Aid/CPR certification required.
- CHST, STS, or equivalent professional safety credential preferred.
- Knowledge & Skills:
- Thorough understanding of OSHA standards, LOTO, fall protection, confined space entry, hot work, and crane/rigging operations.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to communicate safety expectations effectively across all levels of the workforce.
- Competent with Microsoft Office Suite and safety management systems for documentation and reporting.
- Ability to work independently in field conditions and adapt to a dynamic construction environment.
Work Environment
Field-based position on a new steel mill construction site. Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions, construction noise, dust, and heavy machinery. Must be able to stand, walk, climb ladders, and wear required PPE for extended periods.
You must be legally authorized to work in the United States for our company without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. Note: The company does not provide employment visa sponsorship. This role is classified as safety sensitive. Candidates must show the capacity to proactively initiate, effectively lead, and consistently uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards. Compliance with this requirement is a fundamental condition for employment.