Safety Coordinator - Hiram, GA

VetJobs • Hiram, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

The Safety Coordinator coordinates and enforces employee health and safety programs and promotes safety awareness to minimize work-related injuries. This role focuses on ensuring compliance, conducting inspections, and assisting with training and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field (e.g., mechanical, industrial, chemical, nuclear), occupational health and safety, environmental science, or related discipline from an accredited institution is typically required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a safety-related role, preferably within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• OSHA certifications or related training (e.g., OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR)
• Experience in conducting safety audits and inspections.
• Proficiency in safety management software and tools for hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Understanding of engineering principles and technology application in safety programs.
• Familiarity with criticality computing platforms and software quality assurance for roles in nuclear safety
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and evaluate hazards and risks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects effectively

Responsibilities

• Comprehends federal, state, and local safety regulations and ensures that the company is in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OHS) guidelines.
• Conduct safety walk-throughs and inspections
• Maintain safety documentation (SDS, JHAs, etc.)
• Assist with toolbox talks and safety meetings
• Support audits and field-level implementation of policies
• Drafts and updates safety training materials and trains staff on safety protocols and preventative measures.
• Runs risk assessments on workspaces and presents reports to safety managers
• Assists with the implementation of new safety procedures.
• Performs root cause analysis on accidents and work hazards and proposes corrective actions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level