Safety Coordinator

New Jersey Resources•Wall Township, NJ

1d•$92,500 - $125,000•Remote

About The Position

NJR Clean Energy Ventures, a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, is seeking a Safety Coordinator to lead and oversee safety, loss prevention, training, regulatory compliance, and incident management programs. The role partners with employees, leaders, and contractors in the field to promote a strong safety culture, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure corrective actions are completed and sustained. The position supports CEV’s health, safety, and loss prevention objectives while aligning programs with NJR corporate standards and regulatory requirements. The Safety Coordinator conducts audits and inspections at solar facilities and active construction sites, provides safety training and guidance, investigates injuries and claims, manages fleet and driver safety programs, and leads CEV Safety Council activities. The role requires frequent travel to project and facility locations throughout the service areas, availability by cell phone 24/7—including weekends and holidays—and the ability to respond to emergencies and stop work when imminent danger or unsafe conditions are identified. The position is remote. Expected base pay is $92,500–$125,000, based on experience, skills, and knowledge. The role is eligible to participate in an annual short-term incentive program.

Requirements

Associate degree or formalized training in Occupational Health & Safety Management; equivalent relevant experience in a related field may be considered.
At least five years of safety experience.
Demonstrated electrical safety experience and knowledge of NFPA 70E training requirements.
Experience working with OSHA, DOT, NJDEP, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
Experience developing, delivering, documenting, and managing training programs, including OSHA compliance, NFPA 70E, personal protective equipment, hazard communication, lockout/tagout, and other safety topics.
Availability on call 24/7 by cell phone, including weekends and holidays, and ability to report as needed to respond to emergencies.
Ability to conduct frequent field visits to active construction sites, operating solar facilities, and remote project locations throughout the service areas.
Ability to address safety concerns directly in the field and stop work when imminent danger or unsafe conditions are identified.
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare investigation reports, corrective action plans, regulatory documentation, and executive-level safety reports.

Nice To Haves

Safety experience in construction, utilities, natural gas, renewable energy, or the solar industry.
NFPA 70E training.
Experience with regulatory agencies in utility or construction environments.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continuously improve CEV health, safety, and loss prevention objectives, policies, and programs to minimize accidents and injuries, meet regulatory requirements, and align with NJR corporate standards.
Develop, deliver, and coordinate required safety training, including OSHA-mandated training; maintain training records and monitor employee compliance with Safety Program requirements.
Analyze safety and incident trends, identify performance concerns, and develop action plans to reduce injury and illness risks and strengthen workplace safety.
Lead safety audits and routine inspections at CEV-owned solar sites, identify unsafe conditions, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement corrective actions.
Coach management on addressing safety concerns with employees and contractors and reinforce proper training and safe work practices.
Review proposed and new safety regulations and industry standards, including applicable OSHA, NFPA, and New Jersey requirements; assess impacts, maintain current knowledge, and implement changes needed for compliance.
Evaluate and recommend safety equipment, including personal protective equipment, confined space equipment, excavation safety gear, and vehicle gear; advise on proper use and operation.
Lead injury and claim investigations, including site investigations, data collection, interviews, and root cause analysis, in coordination with the NJNG Corporate Safety Office, regulatory agencies, and corporate insurance carriers.
Document and report investigation findings, maintain claims data and logs, prepare required reports, and ensure deficiencies are resolved promptly with appropriate NJR personnel.
Manage fleet and driver safety programs, including defensive driver training, accident investigations, driver improvement initiatives, and evaluation of technology, policies, and best practices.
Lead CEV Safety Council activities, including meetings, assessment of field safety concerns and needs, safety initiatives, communications, and follow-up actions.
Ensure NJRCEV safety programs, policies, procedures, and operational requirements align with corporate safety goals, strategic initiatives, company standards, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement objectives.