Job Description
Job Description
Title : Safety Coordinator
Location : Helena, MT
Job Type : Full Time / Permanent
What You Will Do :
As the Safety Coordinator, you will serve as a vital and trusted resource to employees in the field, providing the implementation, oversight, and leadership of company safety, health, and risk management programs. You'll spend much of your time in the field to monitor and reinforce safety best practices relating to safety regulations and commercial driving. From facilitating incident learning teams and safety meetings to developing and conducting engaging employee training, you'll play an integral part in ensuring a safe work environment.
Shift :
Primarily work 8 – 12 hours per day, 5 days per week. Nights / weekends and / or longer hours as needed to support project needs.
What You Can Do :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Minimum Qualifications :
- 3 – 5 years of related field-based safety management experience in a heavy civil construction environment.
- Thorough knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, coordinate, and deliver engaging and impactful safety training.
- Proven engagement and influence skills, with the capacity to build strong relationships and provide meaningful coaching and feedback to a diverse workforce.
- Passion for employee safety and continuous improvement through innovation.
- Working knowledge of PC programs and the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision, a willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed, and travel as needed outside of the home office area to project locations.
- A valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications :
Safety certifications such as ASP, CHST, OSHA 510 / 500, Competent Person Trainings, MSHA Blue Card, or related.Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions) :
Routinely visit job sites, plants, shops, and / or pits to assist field personnel and conduct hazard awareness and correction sessions with operations personnel.Ensure all lines of business have the tools necessary to safely perform tasks.Ensure risk assessments and / or job site evaluations are performed.Assist when needed to direct trucks in / out of job sites to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of products.Assist construction and transportation crews with the development and distribution of internal traffic control plans.Assist / coach managers / superintendents in conducting safety meetings and / or project-specific safety requirements.Coordinate and schedule annual safety training, project-specific safety trainings, and assist with creating project-specific safety plans and / or reporting as required.Support Safety and Environmental teams with site audits and assist personnel with any corrective actions needed.Perform various special projects, such as coordinating special concrete pours or construction projects, including safety evaluations and reporting.Administer and maintain company safety programs, utilizing new developments and technology for incident / injury prevention.Ensure proper incident analysis is conducted for all occurrences and provide recommendations for risk reduction.Organize and maintain support files / records for incidents / injuries, including general liability, auto liability, workmen's compensation, and other applicable claims.Maintain liaison with affiliated agencies, including MSHA & OSHA.Guide managers / superintendents in using Coaching Action Plans to correct at-risk behaviors and reinforce safe behaviors.Support and implement company programs such as Human Performance to foster education and growth.Coordinate with managers / superintendents to identify Event Learning Team opportunities and promote a Learning Culture.Provide direction / technical support for established industrial hygiene practices, such as Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, and Silica Awareness Programs.Work with employees involved in incidents / claims to ensure treatment accommodations, resolution, and prevention.Assist in the implementation of strategic plans to ensure continued success in meeting business objectives within Safety / Health, Safety Leadership, and Leadership education.Monitor company safety results and compile reports.Develop creative written and verbal communications methods to distribute best practices.Procure necessary safety equipment and training materials within the constraints of the budget.Regular and timely attendance.Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.Other duties as assigned.
