Safety Advisor

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies•Charleston, NC

3d•$50 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Forbes Bros Timberline is seeking a field-based Safety Advisor to support substation construction operations in Charleston, North Carolina, and worksites across the assigned region. The role promotes a strong safety culture, provides guidance to field personnel, supports client and regulatory compliance, and drives continual improvement in health, safety and environmental performance. The Safety Advisor works closely with Operations, project management, construction crews and leadership to help ensure work is planned and carried out safely under company, client and regulatory requirements. The position is a full-time, temporary contract scheduled Monday to Friday for 10-hour days. The initial contract is expected to last 10 months, with potential for additional work or future assignments. The stated base pay range is $50–$54 USD; overtime, premiums, per diem/LOA, bonuses, benefits and other compensation are excluded unless specifically stated.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of dedicated, full-time experience in a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) role.
Working knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, industry standards, hazard identification, risk assessments, incident investigation and safe work practices.
Experience developing and reviewing Job Safety Analysis (JSA), safe work procedures, Project Safety Plans, hazard assessments and other safety documentation.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships, influence safe behaviours and engage with employees at all organizational levels.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including delivering safety training, preparing reports, developing safety communications and documenting incident investigations.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
Proficiency with common computer applications and ability to develop training materials, safety communications, reports and performance data.
Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound judgment and take ownership of health and safety initiatives with minimal direction.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driver’s abstract.
Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, background screening and a criminal record check.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located and maintain valid work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in electrical utility construction, particularly substation construction, electrical infrastructure or high-voltage environments.
Previous experience or background in Quality Control (QC), quality assurance, inspections or compliance within construction or utility projects.
Previous experience as a Journeyman Lineman or Apprentice Lineman.
Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
BCSP certification or a comparable professional health and safety designation.

Responsibilities

Promote the company’s WE WORK SAFE value and contribute to a proactive, interdependent safety culture across assigned projects and worksites.
Provide practical health and safety guidance to field employees, Foremen and Supervisors.
Conduct and support hazard assessments, workplace inspections, incident investigations and compliance reviews, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.
Develop, review and implement Job Safety Analysis (JSA), safe work procedures, hazard assessments and other project-specific safety documentation.
Work with clients and project teams to develop and maintain Project Safety Plans, Hazard/Risk Registries, JSA documentation and safety audit requirements.
Lead and participate in tailboard meetings, safety orientations, toolbox talks and safety training initiatives.
Maintain a strong field presence by engaging with workers and supervisors, identifying hazards, addressing safety concerns and providing real-time guidance.
Monitor and support safety performance, including training compliance, incident prevention, corrective actions and implementation of project and corporate safety initiatives.
Support workplace injury management, including Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) claims, reporting and follow-up.
Communicate and escalate incidents, client safety concerns, regulatory involvement and emerging risks to company leadership and operational management.
Collaborate with field personnel, Operations and project management to identify continuous improvement opportunities and strengthen safety practices and project performance.
Assist with safety performance measures, safety communications, lessons learned and reporting supporting the Forbes Bros Group HSE Strategic Business Plan.