Safety Specialist

Job Title: Safety Specialist Job Description As a Safety Specialist, you will support a large-scale industrial construction project in Jeffersonville, IN, focused on building a solar panel manufacturing facility. You will play a critical role in maintaining a safe work environment by promoting safety best practices, conducting site oversight, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards. Responsibilities Serve as the on-site safety resource for all construction-related activities. Identify, evaluate, and correct potential safety hazards in real-time. Lead and support safety training efforts, including fall protection, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and general construction safety practices. Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident reporting. Educate and coach employees and contractors on safety protocols and compliance standards. Work closely with a diverse workforce, including international contractors, utilizing translation tools and maintaining patience and professionalism in communication. Ensure adherence to OSHA and company safety requirements at all times. Essential Skills 3–4 years of experience in industrial or commercial construction safety. OSHA 10 or 30 certification. CPR/AED certification. Strong communication skills and ability to influence safe behaviors on-site. Ability to work in a fast-paced, active construction environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications OSHA 300 and/or OSHA 510 certifications. Experience working with multilingual teams or international contractors. Work Environment The project is based in Jeffersonville, IN. Work schedule is Friday to Sunday, from 7 AM to 8:30 PM, with an hour and a half lunch break. There is an opportunity for long-term growth and future travel assignments upon successful completion, such as a potential upcoming project with SpaceX in Texas. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Jeffersonville, KY. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Jeffersonville,KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 2, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr