Site Safety Representative

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Site Safety Representative to join our team. Reporting directly to the Regional HSE Consultant , this role is responsible for promoting, monitoring, and supporting safe working conditions across active construction project sites. You will collaborate closely with regional HSE leadership, site supervisors, project managers, trade contractors, and cross-functional teams to identify and control hazards, support regulatory compliance (including OSHA standards), and drive a proactive safety culture across site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety Inspections, Audits & Hazard Oversight: Conduct regular site walkthroughs, formal safety audits, and operational assessments across varied work areas. Identify, evaluate, and facilitate the prompt resolution of safety hazards, regulatory non-compliance, and unsafe working practices in alignment with regional health, safety, and environmental guidance.
• Document Control & Compliance Management: Manage, maintain, and oversee all site safety documentation, including inspection records, audit findings, safety logs, injury records (e.g., OSHA 300 logs), SDS binders, and project safety files. Administer document control workflows to ensure site records remain current, accurate, audit-ready, and available for regional HSE review.
• Training, Education & Safety Facilitation: Design, schedule, and deliver workforce safety education, including new hire safety orientations, routine Toolbox Talks, and targeted specialized training sessions as needed (such as fall protection, scaffolding safety, or confined space protocols).
• Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis: Lead or support the timely investigation of all near-misses, injuries, equipment damage, and site incidents. Determine root causes, formulate actionable safety recommendations, and track corrective/preventive actions through completion in coordination with the Regional HSE Consultant.
• Job Planning & Hazard Mitigation Support: Review and assist in developing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and site-specific safety plans prior to and during high-risk operations or changing site conditions.
• Emergency Preparedness & Response: Coordinate site emergency response plans, inspect and maintain life safety and first aid resources, and act as a primary liaison for local emergency services and site response personnel.
• Operational Adaptability & Additional Duties: Adapt to evolving project requirements by performing other safety-related tasks, administrative duties, or specialized field evaluations as directed by the Regional HSE Consultant and project leadership.

Reporting & Relationships

• Direct Report: Reports to the Regional HSE Consultant .
• Key Stakeholders: Site Supervisors, Project Managers, Subcontractors, Trade Crews, and Local Emergency Response Personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Hold current certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AED.
• Possess a current OSHA 30-hour Construction card, updated every two years through an approved EHS training vendor.
• Have either an academic degree in safety or a minimum of five (5) years of full-time construction safety management experience.
• Hold at least one of the following safety certifications: ASP, CHST, or CSP.

Skills & Competencies

• Versatile leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate safety requirements clearly across all levels of project personnel and trade partners.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and document management capabilities.
• Analytical mindset with practical problem-solving skills suited for fast-paced, multi-trade job site environments.
• Proficiency with digital safety management platforms, tablet-based reporting tools, and standard office software.

Work Environment

• Location: Active construction project sites (exposure to outdoor/indoor environmental conditions, noise, dust, and heavy machinery).
• Schedule: Full-time; schedule flexibility may be required to support early starts, extended project hours, or weekend operations based on site demands.

Human Resources & Employment Conditions

• Reliable Transportation: Candidate must have reliable personal transportation to travel to assigned job sites and project locations as required.
• Physical Requirements: Candidate must be physically capable of standing, walking, and inspecting active construction sites for up to 12 hours per day, including negotiating uneven terrain and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
• Background & Screening: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid Health Coverage: Comprehensive employer-paid health coverage options available for eligible employees.
• Continuing Education Stipend: Annual allowance provided to support professional certifications, safety credentials, workshops, and ongoing professional development.
• Career Growth: Significant opportunities for upward mobility and leadership advancement within a growing organization.