What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Compliance Specialist position at Gables Search Group?
We are recruiting for a Construction Safety Compliance Specialist to support active job sites within roughly a one-hour radius of Fort Wayne. This is a great opportunity for a self-directed safety professional who can work independently, build trust with field teams, and help maintain a strong safety culture across multiple projects.
This role reports to the Safety Director. A company vehicle and gas are provided for site visits.
What You’ll Do
This role reports to the Safety Director. A company vehicle and gas are provided for site visits.
What You’ll Do
- Visit construction job sites to review safety practices, specs, and compliance requirements
- Help develop and maintain Job Safety Analysis documents and site safety plans
- Monitor OSHA compliance and identify potential hazards before they become issues
- Investigate incidents, document findings, and support corrective action plans
- Communicate safety expectations clearly with supervisors, crews, and subcontractors
- Manage safety documentation using Excel, Microsoft Office, and contractor compliance platforms
- Support special projects and daily safety needs with limited supervision
- Active CHST certification required
- OSHA 510 and OSHA 30 Construction training strongly preferred
- Hands-on construction safety experience in the field
- Strong understanding of OSHA construction safety standards
- Ability to work independently without heavy oversight
- Professional, calm, and practical communication style
- Strong computer skills, including Excel and online compliance systems
- Ability to travel regularly to construction sites in the Fort Wayne region