Safety Coordinator - 3300714

Job ID: 3300714
Employment Type: Full-Time
Relocation Assistance: Available for the ideal candidate

Safety Coordinator

Location: Helena, Montana, United States
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Our award-winning client, a nationally recognized leader in construction and materials, is looking for an experienced Safety Coordinator to join their Montana-based team. Renowned for their innovative and employee-focused culture, they manage a diverse portfolio across multiple industries.

In this role, you will be a key resource for field employees, leading safety, health, and risk management initiatives. With a focus on proactive compliance with OSHA/MSHA and DOT/FMCSA regulations, you will spend most of your time in the field, ensuring safety excellence and operational support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular site visits to enforce and promote safety protocols across jobsites, plants, shops, and pits.
• Lead hazard assessments, corrective action planning, and site evaluations.
• Develop and present effective safety training sessions, project-specific safety plans, and employee education programs.
• Manage and implement company safety policies, ensuring alignment with regulatory updates and technological advancements.
• Investigate incidents, analyze root causes, and recommend preventive measures.
• Collaborate with construction and transportation teams to develop traffic control plans and ensure safe project execution.
• Maintain thorough documentation of safety activities, including incident reports, claims, and compliance records.
• Serve as a liaison with OSHA, MSHA, and other regulatory agencies to ensure company-wide compliance.
• Support leadership development, safety culture initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee the procurement and management of safety equipment and materials within budget constraints.

Qualifications:
Required:

• 3–5 years of field safety management experience in heavy-civil construction.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry safety practices.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver engaging safety training programs.
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills to effectively influence teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license, U.S. work authorization, and ability to pass pre-employment substance testing.

Preferred:

• Safety certifications such as ASP, CHST, OSHA 510/500, MSHA Blue Card, or other relevant credentials.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing safety programs for heavy-civil construction projects, including highways, trenching, excavation, underground utilities, and site development. They excel at risk identification, safety strategy implementation, and coaching a diverse workforce to maintain high safety standards.

Work Schedule & Travel:

• Typically 8–12-hour shifts, 5 days per week.
• Some nights, weekends, and extended hours may be required based on project needs.
• Primarily local travel to job sites, with up to 10% overnight travel.

Benefits & Opportunities:

• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous PTO, including 9 paid holidays (8 fixed, 1 floating).
• 401(k) plan with Roth option and 5% company match.
• Profit sharing and annual merit increases.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Paid parental leave, life insurance, and short- & long-term disability.
• Employee referral program and discounts on various products and services.
• Career growth opportunities within the company.

Job ID: 3300714

Your resume will remain strictly confidential until we discuss specific opportunities and mutually agree to proceed. We receive new openings daily, and if your experience aligns with our client’s needs, we will contact you to explore potential opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $93,600.01 per year

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a current authorization to work in the US?
• Will candidate now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
• What locations in the USA or states are you interested in?
• 3300714 What type of compensation is desired for a new position?

Experience:

• Recent Field-based safety management: 5 years (Required)
• Recent Heavy civil construction environment: 5 years (Required)
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety best practices: 1 year (Required)
• Recent Safety Coordinator: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s license (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Helena, MT 59626 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Helena, MT 59626: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $93,600