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Field Safety Advisor – Pipeline Construction
West Penn Energy Services – Shelocta, PA
Full-Time | Field & Corporate-Based | Starting Spring 2026
West Penn Energy Services is seeking an experienced Field Safety Advisor to support pipeline construction projects beginning in Spring 2026. This is a full-time, long-term position that requires a strong field presence during peak construction operations, with a transition to corporate office support and off-site training responsibilities during off-peak periods.
The ideal candidate will bring hands-on pipeline safety experience, strong field leadership skills, and the ability to deliver effective safety training ranging from one-on-one coaching to group sessions of up to 35 employees. Experience contributing to safety policy development and continuous improvement initiatives is strongly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daily safety oversight on active pipeline construction projects during peak operations
- Maintain a consistent field presence to monitor compliance and reinforce safe work practices
- Conduct daily toolbox talks, JSAs, and pre-task safety briefings
- Perform site inspections, hazard identification, and field safety audits
- Maintain accurate safety documentation, training records, and incident reports
- Assist with incident investigations and development of corrective actions
- Deliver safety training and presentations to individuals and groups of up to 35 employees
- Collaborate closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, and field leadership
- Support the development, review, and updating of safety policies and procedures
- During off-peak operations, support corporate safety functions and conduct off-site or classroom-based training from the Shelocta office
Qualifications
- Prior pipeline safety experience required
- Strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills
- Proven ability to lead safety training for groups of up to 35 employees
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred; First Aid/CPR a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, HSE, or related field preferred
- Ability to work in outdoor, field-based environments for extended periods
- Ability to commute to the Shelocta, PA corporate office when not assigned to project sites
What We Offer
- Full-time, long-term employment starting Spring 2026
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 30 days
- 401(k) with company match after 6 months
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Career growth opportunities within a respected oil and gas service provider
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Penn Energy Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.