Safety Coordinator
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteFranklin, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Partner with Project Managers, Site Managers, and stakeholders to support the safe execution of material handling and conveyor system projects. Serve as the primary safety resource for assigned job sites, ensuring compliance with DCS, customer, and regulatory requirements. Build relationships with subcontractors and vendors while promoting a culture of accountability. Prepare daily safety reports, audits, and incident documentation. Administer site-specific safety plans, conduct workplace inspections, and identify hazards. Coordinate weekly safety meetings and toolbox talks. Investigate incidents and near misses to ensure timely reporting and root cause analysis. Conduct safety audits to identify trends and reinforce best practices. Travel approximately 30% of the time.
Required Qualifications
- experience in construction safety, site management, field operations, or a similar safety-focused role
- a professional safety certification such as CHST, OHST, CSP, or equivalent
- a strong understanding of construction safety practices, hazard recognition, and risk mitigation
- effective communication with people at all levels, from field personnel to customers and project leadership
- ability to remain calm under pressure, make sound decisions, and balance safety requirements with project needs
- high organization, detail orientation, and comfort managing multiple priorities across active job sites
- completed OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry or OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification
- familiarity with powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, scissor lifts, and other common construction equipment
- ability to read construction drawings
- comfort using Microsoft Office and related project documentation tools
- collaborative, team-first mindset
Desired Qualifications
- willingness to obtain OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry or OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification within two months of hire
- belief that the safest projects are built through strong relationships, proactive communication, and continuous improvement
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