Safety HSE Officer (Health, Safety and Environment)

Teksol Integration Group•Bayamon, PR

About The Position

Teksol Integration Group, Inc. is hiring a Safety HSE Officer to oversee and enforce safety regulations on construction projects across Puerto Rico. The role focuses on safety management, regulatory compliance, hazard reduction, worker training, and coordination with project managers, clients, and Human Resources. The position requires travel to multiple project sites and may involve non-regular hours, including weekends and holidays, when necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related technical field; equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum five years of experience as a Safety Officer or in a similar position is preferred.
OSHA 30-hour certification in General Industry or Construction is preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as navigation of OSHA and other related websites.
Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
Ability to provide guidance and formal training to groups.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle simultaneous tasks, and meet deadlines.
Organizational and time-management skills to establish priorities.
Ability to travel and work non-regular hours, including weekends and holidays, when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Minimum five years of experience as a Safety Officer or in a similar position.
OSHA 30-hour certification in General Industry or Construction.

Responsibilities

Visit project sites regularly to inspect and enforce safety protocols.
Prepare, review, and follow up on Risk Analysis documentation to ensure compliance.
Manage work permits for site entry and exit and maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation.
Facilitate Toolbox Talks for assigned projects to reinforce safety awareness.
Conduct daily inspections of equipment, tools, scaffolding, and other safety-critical assets.
Investigate accidents and incidents, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions.
Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies and procedures to minimize workplace hazards.
Maintain the inventory, distribution, and oversight of safety equipment across assigned projects.
Keep the Project Manager and clients informed about safety status and potential risks affecting the project.
Ensure personnel receive safety training appropriate to their job functions.
Attend and participate in project meetings concerning safety, health, and environmental well-being.
Interpret and ensure compliance with client-specific standard operating procedures and applicable occupational health and safety regulations.
Support Human Resources in verifying compliance with required safety certifications.
Perform other assigned tasks or functions.