Safety Instructor / Safety Professional

The Squires Group•Springfield, VA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is seeking a mid-level Safety Instructor and Field Safety Professional to support safety training delivery, field safety activities, and established safety programs within a utility and critical infrastructure environment. This is a hands-on, field-focused contractor role ideal for a safety professional with experience delivering instructor-led training and supporting operational teams. The position reinforces existing safety programs and does not own enterprise safety strategy. This is a hybrid role with four (4) days per week onsite in Springfield, VA, and a standard 40-hour workweek (Monday–Friday). Per our client contract, candidates must be US Citizens or Green Card Holders.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of safety experience in utilities, energy, construction, industrial, or high-risk environments.
Field-based safety and contractor oversight experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety/incident tracking systems.

Nice To Haves

Safety certifications (CHST, ASP, CSP, CUSP) preferred.
FEMA ICS 100/200, incident investigation training a plus.

Responsibilities

Deliver instructor-led safety training for employees and contractors (onboarding, refresher, task-specific).
Provide field safety support through jobsite observations, hazard identification, JSAs, and pre-job planning.
Coach crews and supervisors on safe work practices and procedural compliance.
Support implementation of safety programs, policies, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT, PHMSA).
Assist with incident investigations, documentation, and communication of lessons learned.
Help identify training gaps, field safety trends, and improvement opportunities.
Utilize safety management systems and basic reporting tools.