Site Safety Supervisor

About the role

The Site Safety Supervisor will assist in the supervision and administration of Harris’ health & safety and program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. They will contribute to the desired safety and work culture of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Safety Proactively assist in identifying and mitigating hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities by collaborating with project management and supervisory teams
• Support the supervision and coordination of an incident response as it pertains to safety, first aid, and rescue operations; assume full responsibility for site safety during assigned shift work
• Contribute to the development, delivery and oversight of new hire employee orientations, task-specific training, and ongoing supervisor safety programs, while supporting project manager safety training initiatives
• Maintain thorough documentation of accidents, safety violations, and unsafe conditions; issue confined space entry and hot work permits as required
• Partner with safety, health, and insurance representatives during site inspections and walkthroughs
• Stay current on industry advancements by reviewing safety publications, equipment updates, and best practices
• Accurately input and manage safety data using Industry Safe management software
• Take ownership of the safety and well-being of Harris employees on-site
• Collaborate with the broader project safety team to foster a best-in-class safety culture across all trades
• Lead or support project-specific safety training sessions to ensure compliance and awareness
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve site-specific safety plans
• Coordinate safety badging processes and substance abuse screening programs
• Deliver engaging and informative safety orientations & tool box talks for all personnel
• Provide specialized safety training related to mechanical systems and operations
• Participate in and support comprehensive site safety audits and assessments
• Manage the full lifecycle of permits, including hot work, confine space, excavation (dig), ladder and pre-task safety planning documentation
• Engage in daily project meetings, including toolbox talks, subcontractor coordination, safety committees, and planning sessions
• Conduct routine walkthroughs and real-time project assessments
• Spot-check pre-task plans, permits, and active work areas
• Participate in worker-to-worker safety observation programs
• Deliver timely and detailed incident analysis reports for near misses, injuries, and property damage events
• Support injury case management efforts, including return-to-work and restricted duty programs
• Engage in emergency response planning, crisis management, and mock drills
• Lead or participate in daily stretch-and-bend programs to promote worker readiness
• Contribute to the development and execution of integrated work plans and job hazard analyses
• Support the creation of proactive safety recognition and reward programs
• Prepare and present monthly safety performance metrics, including Recordable Incident Rate and Days Away/Restricted/Transferred data
• Track and report leading indicators such as training completion rates, audit activity, safety observations, and hazard reporting

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Safety certification required from an accredited or industry-recognized such as BCSP
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or safety preferred
• 4+ years of experience in construction or industrial occupational health and safety
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Office tools
• Strong knowledge of safety equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to protect people, property, and operations at the local, state, and national levels
• Proficient understanding of OSHA standards and regulatory guidelines
• Experience with workers’ compensation and accident investigation processes preferred
• OSHA 30 Certification required
• OSHA 510 preferred