Site Safety Coordinator

About the role

Will support the Site Manager in planning and preparation of all activities to ensure they are carried out in a safe manner. Must use appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to develop effective partnerships to meet mutual goals and objectives, demonstrating a strong ability to analyze data, evaluate situations, and identify problems or opportunities, including likely causes of incidents.

Responsibilities

• Attend Customer and Contractor Safety Meetings, reporting back information.
• Coordinate monthly and quarterly site safety meetings with PROtect Sr Director EHS.
• Perform PPE Checks.
• Conduct Safety Audits for all PROtect staff at the site (may include permit auditing).
• Coordinate needs for Rx Safety Glasses.
• Track safety certifications/expiration dates, including but not limited to Basic Plus, TWIC, etc.
• Report Incidents and near misses per PROtect and Customer requirements.
• File/Scan and track daily safety talks and JHAs.
• Attend the Download call monthly to address safety concerns and update on upcoming activities.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors on a daily basis.
• Work with PROtect Safety representatives and local ARSO to reinforce PROtect’s commitment to safety.
• Ensure new hire and refresher training is completed along with any client-required safety council training.
• Complete defensive driving program and conduct training with employees.
• Support HR and Corporate Safety to ensure employees have necessary training credentials, site clearances (drug screens, backgrounds), and site-specific PPE for all client work.
• Lead local in-person Monthly safety meetings, encourage active participation, and ensure they are interactive and discussive.
• Support data collection, reporting of incidents, investigations, and Return to Work programs/alternative job assignments as needed.
• Assist with periodic inspections as required by company policy or regulatory standards, including but not limited to:
  • Fall protection equipment (fall protection inspection competent person training required).
  • Electrical equipment / extension cords.
  • Fire extinguishers (especially ones inside company vehicles).
  • Facility inspections.
  • Vehicle inspections.
• Encourage employee engagement with PROtect’s Safety Needs Active Participation (SNAP) program.

Skills

• Strong communication (written, verbal, and listening) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates initiative, planning work, and carrying out tasks without detailed instructions; makes constructive suggestions; prepares for problems or opportunities in advance and undertakes additional responsibilities.
• Ability to analyze data, evaluate situations, and identify problems or opportunities, including likely causes.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work to meet assigned deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Safety-oriented attitude with a true commitment to personal safety as well as the safety of others.