Safety Coordinator III

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation • Spring Hill, FL

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About The Position

The Safety Coordinator III role supports Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's Enterprise Safety Program by developing, implementing, and overseeing workplace safety programs. This includes ensuring Business Unit compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting training, investigating incidents, and promoting a safe working environment. Assigned Business Units may include natural gas (CNG, LNG, and RNG), electric, or propane operations. This role may be assigned more complex safety initiatives across multiple Business Units.

Requirements

• High School Diploma; bachelor's degree in occupational safety & health, or related field preferred.
• 5-10 years in safety coordination, compliance, and risk management preferred.
• Experience in the utilities sector (propane, natural gas, or electric) a plus.
• Standard Driver's License.
• Understanding of safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Proficient in creating and implementing policies.
• Proficient in conducting safety orientations and training sessions.
• Working knowledge of and ability to interpret codes, regulations, and technical publications.
• Knowledge of methods and practices for developing and administering a comprehensive safety program.
• Conducting accident and workplace safety audits and investigations.
• Designing safety training programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and leadership skills.
• Supervisory skills preferred.
• Ability to analyze accident reports.
• Ability to apply and teach OSHA regulations.
• Ability to independently apply procedures and regulations affecting safety operations.
• Ability to evaluate workplace safety programs and practices and make sound recommendations for improvement.
• Ability to work well within a team and interact with different groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Business Units through new employee safety orientation.
• Assists in developing and maintaining Business Unit Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Participates in Business Units Safety Committees.
• Conducts Safety Meetings with hands-on training.
• Collaborates with the business units by actively participating in the Safety Data Management System (SDMS) incident lifecycle.
• Completes incident investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Determines corrective action where appropriate.
• Reviews Monthly Safety Metrics for assigned Business Units to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Conducts vehicle inspections and monthly fire extinguisher/WAED checks.
• Ensures current OSHA 300 summary is posted for assigned Business Units.
• Ensures PPE compliance in the field and in other work areas.
• Collaborates with the Quality Assurance Team regarding any hazards or compliance issues identified.
• Maintains data integrity and compliance within the SDMS and any other systems utilized.
• Supports the Driver Training Program through classroom and behind the wheel assessments.
• Recommends solutions, improvements, and prevention steps for safety issues.
• Develops and maintains safety policies and procedures.
• Builds the safety culture through regular engagements with Operations supervisors and team field members.
• Assists the Operations Safety Team with Fire Department training.
• Assists with facility chemical review/Safety Data Sheets.
• Performs other duties as needed.
• Works an extended schedule that may include extended hours.
• Assists the Manager, Operations Safety, in responding to OSHA inquiries and investigations.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life.
• Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree