Site Safety Specialist
Helm Group · New Carlisle, IN · 3 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$60k–$80k/yrFull-time
Entry-level field-based role supporting the Safety Manager and Mechanical Construction Team on large-scale construction projects. May be deployed across one or multiple projects based on organizational needs.
Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing the site-specific safety program under direction of the Safety Manager.
- Support daily field safety observations and documentation of findings.
- Help monitor compliance with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.
- Assist with Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Critical Control Cards (CCC), and pre-task planning reviews.
- Participate in new hire orientations and support site-specific safety onboarding.
- Help coordinate and track required safety training and certifications.
- Support documentation management including permits, inspection logs, and safety reports.
- Participate in incident response and assist with investigations and documentation.
- Support project start-up meetings and communicate safety expectations to field teams.
- Monitor housekeeping, PPE compliance, and general site conditions.
- Assist with maintaining safety boards, signage, and communication materials.
- Interface professionally with subcontractors and client safety representatives.
- Provide mentoring support to craft workers under supervision of Safety Leadership.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 0–3 years of construction or safety-related experience preferred.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (completed within the past three years or willingness to update upon hire).
- Basic knowledge of OSHA construction standards (29 CFR 1926) preferred.
- Strong interest in safety within mission critical or mechanical construction environments.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-accountability project setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritizing tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Comfortable using tablets and mobile field technology.
- Ability to work in both office and active construction site environments.
- Willingness to travel based on project location.
Professional Certifications (Preferred)
- Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP)
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
- Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
- Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST)
Pay
Range: $60,000 – $80,000. Final determination based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
Benefits
- 401K plan with matching contributions
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Wellness Programs
- Relocation assistance and project-based travel expense reimbursement for eligible candidates