Safety Officer

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION: SAFETY OFFICER

COMANCO is seeking an experienced and motivated Safety Officer to lead and support our company-wide safety initiatives across construction and environmental projects. This position plays a critical role in promoting a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with OSHA and MSHA regulations, and providing hands-on support to field operations throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Compliance

• Ensure company compliance with all applicable OSHA, MSHA, and other federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve company safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend preventive and corrective actions to reduce workplace hazards.
• Analyze safety metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and resource allocation.
• Monitor safety Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and assist management in achieving established safety objectives.
• Maintain OSHA and MSHA records, logs, and reporting requirements.
• Support customer-specific safety requirements and maintain compliance through online safety management portals.

Project Planning & Operational Support

• Assist Operations with pre-job planning activities by reviewing project specifications and identifying potential hazards.
• Participate in Pre-Job Planning meetings and recommend appropriate safety controls.
• Develop and maintain Project Safety Plans and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Facilitate implementation and utilization of the HCSS Safety platform, including inspections, near-miss reporting, incident reporting, and JHA management.
• Prioritize field support while maintaining consistency in safety processes and procedures.

Field Safety

• Conduct regular jobsite audits, inspections, observations, and safety meetings.
• Monitor and mentor employees to ensure safe work practices and compliance with company standards.
• Review safety compliance issues and complete follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions.
• Conduct site-specific safety training and orientations as required.
• Ensure all required safety postings are displayed and maintained at project sites.
• Verify project sites are properly stocked with required safety supplies, including first-aid kits, eyewash stations, and related equipment.
• Inspect equipment and report findings to management.
• Maintain effective communication with project personnel, client representatives, consultants, and customer safety personnel.
• Exercise stop-work authority when conditions or activities present an imminent risk to personnel, equipment, or property.

Incident Management & Workers' Compensation

• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, property damage events, and near misses.
• Conduct root cause analyses and prepare detailed incident investigation reports.
• Develop and recommend corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurrence.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims, including claim reporting, investigations, modified duty assignments, and communication with employees, supervisors, and insurance carriers.

Training & Employee Development

• Deliver safety training programs, orientations, and toolbox talks.
• Support Human Resources during the onboarding process by conducting new-hire safety training.
• Create and deliver safety presentations for employees, management, and customers as requested.
• Promote employee engagement and participation in company safety initiatives.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Respond to employee and management inquiries regarding safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Participate in weekly Fleet Safety Meetings.
• Solicit vendor quotes, create purchase orders, and coordinate invoice processing as needed.
• Maintain safety documentation, records, and reports.
• Assist all departments with safety-related matters.
• Participate in professional organizations, industry seminars, and continuing education opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of safety experience in construction, environmental services, heavy civil, mining, industrial, or related industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

COMANCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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