Safety Coordinator

Job Description Safety Coordinator / Field Safety Representative Per Diem: $150/day Available Schedule: 13 Days On / 1 Day Off Location: Project Site (Travel Required) Industry: Industrial Construction, Oil & Gas, Energy, EPC Position Summary The Safety Coordinator is responsible for promoting and maintaining a world-class safety culture across assigned construction projects. This position works closely with project management, craft personnel, subcontractors, and clients to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety standards, and site-specific safety requirements. The successful candidate will serve as a visible field presence, proactively identifying hazards, coaching personnel, conducting inspections, facilitating training, and driving continuous improvement in safety performance. Pay Rate: $38-41hr (DOE) Per Diem: $150/day Available Schedule: 13 Days On / 1 Day Off Location: Project Site (Travel Required) Reports To: Project Safety Manager / Regional Safety Manager Industry: Industrial Construction, Oil & Gas, Energy, EPC Essential Responsibilities Conduct daily field safety inspections and audits. Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors and implement corrective actions. Lead and facilitate toolbox talks, safety meetings, and site orientations. Ensure compliance with OSHA, client, and company safety requirements. Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Safe Work Permits. Monitor high-risk activities including: Confined Space Entry Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Hot Work Excavation & Trenching Critical Lifts Fall Protection Energized Electrical Work Investigate incidents, injuries, near misses, and property damage events. Prepare incident reports and root cause analyses. Track corrective actions and verify closure. Conduct subcontractor safety evaluations and compliance reviews. Maintain site safety documentation, training records, and inspection logs. Participate in client safety meetings and audits. Assist project leadership in developing site‑specific safety plans. Promote a positive safety culture through coaching and mentoring rather than enforcement alone. Support emergency response planning and drills. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. 3+ years of construction, industrial, refinery, petrochemical, power, or oil & gas safety experience. Working knowledge of OSHA 1926 Construction Standards. Strong communication and leadership skills. Ability to influence safe behaviors at all organizational levels. Experience conducting field audits and incident investigations. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project locations. Preferred Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field. OSHA 30 Construction Certification. CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician). CSP (Certified Safety Professional). STSC or OHST certifications. First Aid / CPR / AED Certification. Experience with ISNetworld, Veriforce, Avetta, or client contractor-management systems. Physical Requirements Ability to walk active construction sites for extended periods. Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, and elevated work platforms. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to wear required PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, FR clothing, gloves, and fall protection equipment. Key Competencies Safety Leadership Hazard Recognition Incident Investigation Regulatory Compliance Root Cause Analysis Communication Skills Conflict Resolution Documentation & Reporting Field Presence Safety Culture Development Performance Metrics Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) Near Miss Reporting Audit Completion Rates Corrective Action Closure Safety Training Compliance Client Safety Scores OSHA Compliance Performance #J-18808-Ljbffr KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing