Safety Coordinator

Rhoads Industries•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator supports the implementation and day-to-day execution of established health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures throughout Rhoads Industries’ shipyard. This hands-on, field-based role conducts safety inspections, identifies and reports hazards, coordinates safety permits, maintains required documentation, and works with production supervisors and employees to promote a safe working environment. The coordinator also performs assigned safety-related activities—including confined space monitoring, hot work permitting, and emergency response duties—in accordance with applicable training, qualifications, and company procedures. The role helps maintain regulatory compliance, reinforce safe work practices, and ensure consistent application of safety standards across shipyard operations.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship required.
Bachelor of Science in a Health, Safety, and Environmental-related field or 1–2 years of equivalent practical safety experience.
Working knowledge of basic health, safety, and environmental practices in an industrial, shipbuilding, or construction environment.
Ability to recognize common workplace hazards, follow established safety procedures, and promptly communicate unsafe conditions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with employees, supervisors, and other safety personnel.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when completing inspections, permits, checklists, and safety documentation.
Ability to follow established procedures, prioritize assigned responsibilities, and seek guidance when situations exceed the scope of the role.
Ability to work collaboratively with production teams while reinforcing established safety requirements.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to safely navigate an active industrial environment. Duties may require lifting and carrying equipment, bending, climbing, working at heights, entering confined spaces, and standing or walking for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in shipyards, construction, or a closely related industry preferred.
Experience as an emergency services responder is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Communicate established HSE procedures, rules, and requirements to employees and supervisors.
Conduct routine formal and informal safety inspections of shipyard work areas, fabrication shops, docks, and vessels under construction; document findings and communicate corrective actions.
Work with production supervisors and employees to address routine safety concerns, reinforce safe practices, and escalate significant hazards or unresolved issues.
Assist production teams with workplace lighting, ventilation, housekeeping, and general work area conditions.
Perform daily housekeeping inspections of assigned shops, docks, and vessels and report unsafe conditions.
Perform confined space atmospheric testing and complete required documentation before entry and at established intervals, as applicable to assigned duties and qualifications.
Issue and document Hot Work Permits and verify applicable requirements before work begins.
Perform assigned duties as a Shipyard Competent Person following required training, qualification, and authorization.
Participate in the Shipyard Emergency Response Team, responding to medical emergencies, chemical spills, and other incidents within the scope of assigned training and qualifications.
Complete required training and maintain qualifications for assigned emergency response duties, including respirator/SCBA use and confined space entry, as applicable.
Assist with hazardous waste handling, accumulation area inspections, documentation, and other assigned activities supporting the Hazardous Waste Management program.
Maintain accurate inspection records, permit documentation, safety checklists, and other required HSE records.
Support routine safety communications, employee reminders, and toolbox talks using established company materials and guidance.
Promptly report serious hazards, incidents, near misses, and recurring safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor or safety representative.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.