Field Safety Supervisor

VoltaGrid•Abilene, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Safety Supervisor is responsible for providing onsite health and safety support during both the operational phase of VoltaGrid’s large microgrid project in Abilene, Texas. This role will be established during the construction phase and will remain during operations as the site safety role. This unique, dual-phase role requires expertise in both OSHA 29 CFR 1926 (Construction) and OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry) standards to ensure a seamless transition from construction through commissioning and into long-term operations. The specialist will lead safety initiatives, support root cause investigations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive a proactive safety culture across all site activities.

Requirements

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Health and Safety management systems or equivalent.
Strong working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and 1910 standards.
Proficient in root cause analysis methodologies and corrective/preventive action planning.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Technology, or related field (preferred)
Professional certification(s) such as Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST) — highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience in construction and operational safety, preferably in industrial, energy infrastructure, or data center environments.

Responsibilities

Establish a positive safety culture for the project site.
Develop safety performance metrics and key targets for the project.
Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with OSHA 1910 and 1926, company policies, and local regulations.
Facilitate daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and emergency drills.
Document and report all incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
Partner with project management to identify and mitigate job-specific hazards.
Lead Root Cause Analysis efforts as required.
Maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Oversee safe commissioning and transition from construction to operational status.
Facilitate the permit-to-work process within the designated power blocks
Develop, implement, and maintain operational safety programs aligned with OSHA 1910 standards.
Train operations personnel in hazard recognition, safe work practices, and emergency procedures.
Analyze safety performance metrics to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
Provide data analysis and reporting support to evaluate safety outcomes and operational improvements.
Conduct root cause analyses (RCA) for incidents and lead corrective/preventive action development.
Perform field safety audits to verify compliance and coach personnel in hazard recognition and mitigation.
Provide immediate first aid or coordinate medical response as required.
Promote ethical behavior, safety accountability, and a strong, proactive safety culture.
Communicate policies, plans, and procedures clearly to ensure compliance and alignment with VoltaGrid’s core safety values.