Health & Safety Officer (HSO) – Raritan & Northern NJ Projects

HazTek • Raritan, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

HazTek Safety Management is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer (HSO) to support a long-term construction program in Northern New Jersey. This position will be based primarily in Raritan, NJ and will oversee safety performance for a major ground-up construction project while also supporting additional construction projects throughout Northern New Jersey. Projects involve multiple subcontractors and a variety of construction activities including excavation, trenching, crane operations, concrete placement, mechanical installation, and electrical work.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience
• Experience supporting multi-employer construction projects
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA construction standards
• Experience with excavation, cranes, concrete, mechanical, and electrical work
• Excellent communication and reporting skills

Nice To Haves

• CHST preferred
• Additional construction safety certifications strongly desired

Responsibilities

• Provide daily construction safety oversight and support
• Conduct site audits, inspections, and safety assessments
• Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA and site-specific requirements
• Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and orientations as needed
• Track corrective actions and follow up on safety observations
• Review high-risk activities and work plans
• Prepare reports and communicate findings to project leadership
• Promote a strong safety culture among project teams and subcontractors

Benefits

• full-time employment
• stability
• competitive benefits
• professional development
• travel
• diverse safety experiences
• management support
• company-paid mileage and applicable toll reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed