Safety Project Coordinator

Comprehensive Energy Services - Longwood, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Longwood, FL

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Safety Project Coordinator (SPJC) plays a crucial role in enhancing workplace safety across various construction and commercial HVAC project sites. This position is responsible for assessing safety conditions, enforcing safety standards, and educating employees on best practices to ensure a safe working environment. The SPJC will regularly visit multiple job sites to monitor compliance with safety regulations and company policies, working closely with the Environmental Health and Safety Manager (EHSM) to develop and implement effective safety programs. In this role, the SPJC will conduct safety training sessions and toolbox talks to ensure that all employees are well-informed about safety protocols and procedures. The coordinator will also be tasked with investigating accidents, incidents, and near misses, preparing detailed reports, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences. Regular safety inspections and risk assessments will be part of the job, aimed at identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary corrective measures. Additionally, the SPJC will assist in developing and maintaining emergency response plans, coordinating safety drills, and promoting a culture of safety among site supervisors, foremen, and workers. Accurate documentation and record-keeping of safety records, including training logs, inspection reports, and incident investigations, will also be essential responsibilities of this position. Other duties may be assigned as needed, contributing to the overall safety and well-being of the workforce.

Responsibilities

• Field Safety Oversight: Regularly visit multiple construction and commercial HVAC project sites to enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Collaboration with Safety Manager: Work closely with the Environmental Health and Safety Manager (EHSM) to develop, implement, and maintain safety programs and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Conduct Safety Training: Provide safety training and toolbox talks to ensure all employees understand safety protocols and procedures.
• Incident Management: Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses on-site; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Risk Assessments and Inspections: Perform regular safety inspections and risk assessments of job sites to identify potential hazards and implement corrective measures.
• Emergency Response Planning: Assist in developing and maintaining emergency response plans and coordinate safety drills and emergency training.
• Promote Safety Culture: Foster a culture of safety by engaging with site supervisors, foremen, and workers to promote safe work practices.
• Safety Compliance Monitoring: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and internal safety standards across all sites.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate safety records, including training logs, inspection reports, and incident investigations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Ability to travel to various project sites and conduct inspections in varying weather conditions; must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and basic computer operations.
• Fluent in both English and Spanish preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Works confidently with discretion and independently with little direction.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
• Has great attention to detail.
• Is well organized and reliable.

Nice-to-haves

• Fluency in Spanish is preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid Time Off
• Six Paid Holidays
• Referral Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Additional Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Holiday pay
• and more!