Regional Safety Specialist

Regional Safety Specialist

Swift Air Mechanical is looking to add an experienced Regional Safety Specialist to our growing team!

The Regional Safety Specialist is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the safety of individuals working on residential and commercial construction projects across a specific geographic region.

Position Summary

The Regional Safety Specialist serves as the primary safety resource for assigned operating companies and construction projects within the region. This position will be based at Swift Air Mechanical and provide safety support, guidance, and oversight to two additional operating companies and their associated jobsites.

The Regional Safety Specialist is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture through field observations, audits, inspections, incident investigations, safety training, and regulatory compliance activities. This role partners closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, warehouse personnel, and field employees to identify hazards, reduce risk, ensure compliance, and support the successful execution of safety initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a visible, hands-on safety professional who enjoys spending time in the field, building strong relationships with operational leaders, and driving continuous improvement across multiple locations.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Regional Safety Support

• Maintain a primary office location at Swift Air Mechanical while providing regular support to two additional business units within the region.
• Travel routinely to active construction projects, service locations, warehouse facilities, and fabrication shops to conduct safety activities and support operations.
• Develop strong working relationships with operational leadership and field personnel across all assigned locations.
• Promote consistency in safety expectations, procedures, and compliance efforts throughout the region.
• Serve as a trusted safety resource for project teams, supervisors, managers, and employees.

Construction Safety Compliance

• Conduct routine jobsite inspections, facility assessments, and field observations at active construction and service locations.
• Identify unsafe acts and conditions and collaborate with operational leadership to implement corrective actions.
• Perform hazard assessments and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for high-risk activities.
• Support compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and customer-specific safety requirements.
• Participate in project startup meetings, pre-task planning activities, and site safety reviews.
• Conduct warehouse, fabrication shop, and facility safety inspections.
• Assist project teams in identifying and mitigating workplace hazards.
• Maintain a visible field presence through regular interaction with employees and leadership.
• Support customer, insurance, and regulatory safety audits and inspections.

Incident Investigation & Corrective Action Management

• Investigate workplace injuries, vehicle incidents, property damage events, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Conduct root cause analyses and document findings within the company’s safety management system.
• Develop practical corrective action recommendations and track completion.
• Analyze incident trends and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate incident records and required safety documentation.
• Support workers’ compensation management and return-to-work initiatives.

Safety Training & Employee Development

• Conduct new hire safety orientations for assigned operating companies.
• Deliver safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and field leadership.
• Coordinate and monitor required training through the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and employee safety meetings.
• Support specialty safety programs including:
• Fall Protection
• Confined Space Entry
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
• Respiratory Protection
• Hearing Conservation
• Powered Industrial Trucks
• Aerial Lift Safety
• Hazard Communication
• Assist with emergency preparedness planning and response drills.

Safety Program Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate training records, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Track audit findings, observations, corrective actions, and training completion metrics.
• Assist with OSHA recordkeeping and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Prepare safety reports and presentations for operational and company leadership.
• Support corporate safety initiatives focused on continuous improvement and injury prevention.
• Assist with data collection and analysis related to TRIR, DART, vehicle incidents, workers’ compensation, and leading safety indicators.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of safety experience in construction, mechanical contracting, industrial, manufacturing, or related environments.
• OSHA 30 Construction certification.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Experience conducting field observations, inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience within mechanical contracting, HVAC, piping, plumbing, industrial construction, or specialty trades.
• OSHA 500 certification.
• Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification or ability to obtain within one year.
• NFPA 70E training and experience.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification.
• Experience utilizing EHS management systems and safety analytics platforms.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel regularly between assigned operating companies and project locations.
• Expected travel of approximately 30-50%, depending on project activity and business needs.
• Occasional schedule flexibility may be required to support incident investigations, customer requirements, training activities, and project-specific needs.

What Success Looks Like

The successful Regional Safety Specialist will:

• Establish credibility and trust with field personnel and operational leaders.
• Maintain a consistent and visible presence throughout assigned business units and jobsites.
• Proactively identify hazards and facilitate effective corrective actions.
• Deliver engaging and impactful safety training.
• Conduct thorough investigations that identify root causes and drive meaningful improvements.
• Promote a positive safety culture through coaching, collaboration, and accountability.
• Contribute to the achievement of company safety objectives while helping ensure every employee returns home safely each day.

Why Join Us?

This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on employee safety and operational excellence across multiple growing mechanical contracting businesses. You will work closely with field leaders and employees, balancing office responsibilities with meaningful time in the field, where safety improvements make the greatest difference.

If you are a hands-on safety professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and driving continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.