What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Coordinator position at SMART Safety Group?
Company Description
SMART Safety Group, established in 2003, is a comprehensive safety services company specializing in safety staffing, training, products, and program management. We serve thousands of employees across hazardous industries, ensuring regulatory compliance while reducing insurance costs and worker’s compensation claims. By developing customized safety programs, we address the unique needs of our clients with 24/7 support from experienced professionals. Our proven track record demonstrates significant cost savings for clients in mitigating workers' compensation losses and insurance expenses.
A Safety Coordinator has the ability to learn and complete training in safety procedures, protocols, documentation, OSHA regulations and has wide exposure in the construction industry.
Responsibilities and Duties
· Ensures daily calendar is up to date.
· Conducts daily safety meetings.
· Attends bi-weekly all hands meetings.
· Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee/employer compliance with safety
regulations.
. Investigates incidents to discover root cause and work along with a safety manager when necessary.
. Prepares new or updated Site-Specific Health and Safety Plans.
· Prepares and enforces policies to establish a culture of safety.
· Ability to learn and use software/systems to report, monitor, and correct safety problems.
· Prepares and schedules training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant
topics.
. Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, compliance, and business
efficiency.
· Collaborates with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) representatives and internal
safety staff during formal plant audits and inspections; documents corrective actions taken.
· Completes monthly vehicle inspection reports.
· Completes OSHA Academy courses (and Safety Spanish courses if not bilingual in Spanish) and other
trainings assigned.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
· Associate or four-year college degree.
· One year safety/construction experience.
· Certifications; OSHA 30 in Construction, and First Aid/CPR Certificate.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Proficient with Microsoft Office.
· Ability to effectively communicate and conduct trainings.
· Knowledge of company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) standards.
· Some travel required (30 to 50 percent).
· Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred
This is a FT position with benefits. $25-$35/hr. DOE
Salary : $25 - $35