Safety Advisor

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies•Charleston, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Forbes Bros Timberline is seeking an experienced Safety Advisor to support substation construction operations in Charleston, North Carolina, and worksites across the assigned region. This full-time, field-based position is a temporary contract anticipated to last 10 months, with the possibility of additional project work or future assignments. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10-hour days. The Safety Advisor promotes a strong, proactive safety culture and provides practical health, safety, and environmental guidance to field personnel, Foremen, Supervisors, Operations, and project management. The role helps ensure construction work is planned and performed safely and in accordance with company, client, and regulatory requirements. It is suited to a safety professional experienced in electrical utility construction, especially substation construction and high-voltage environments, who is comfortable working directly with construction crews in the field. The position supports hazard assessments, inspections, incident investigations, compliance reviews, safety documentation, training, injury management, and performance reporting. It also contributes to continuous improvement and implementation of the Forbes Bros Group HSE Strategic Business Plan. The expected base pay range is $50–$54 USD. Final compensation depends on role requirements, experience, qualifications, location, project or site requirements, internal equity, and applicable collective agreement or union requirements. The stated range excludes overtime, premiums, per diem/LOA, bonuses, benefits, and other compensation 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 an 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 a background in Quality Control (QC), quality assurance, inspections, or compliance within construction or utility projects.
Previous experience as a Journeyman Lineman or Apprentice Lineman.
A 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 and demonstrate the company’s WE WORK SAFE value and foster a proactive, interdependent safety culture across assigned substation construction projects and worksites.
Provide health and safety guidance to field employees, Foremen, and Supervisors to support safe work and compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements.
Conduct and support hazard assessments, workplace inspections, incident investigations, and compliance reviews; identify risks and implement 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, engage with workers and supervisors, identify hazards, address safety concerns, and provide 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 enhance safety practices and project performance.
Assist with developing safety performance measures, safety communications, lessons learned, and reporting in support of the Forbes Bros Group HSE Strategic Business Plan.