Safety Specialist | Collegeville, PA

HazTek Inc.•Collegeville, PA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

HazTek Safety Management is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, to provide field-based safety support for a mechanical heat exchange decarbonization project at a pharmaceutical site. The project primarily involves mechanical work and calls for a hands-on safety professional who can identify hazards, communicate effectively with contractors, and support the safe execution of daily activities. HazTek Safety Management is a full-service, objective safety partner founded in 1997. The company prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of employees and companies. It offers full-time employment, stability, competitive benefits, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support, and access to a network of more than 375 full-time safety professionals. HazTek is committed to inclusion and acceptance, valuing diversity and employees’ skills, experience, and perspectives. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. This opportunity is local only; no travel, per diem, or relocation is offered.

Requirements

Construction safety experience supporting mechanical work, piping, equipment installation, or industrial projects.
Working knowledge of hazards and associated controls, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and hazardous energy; working at heights and fall protection; rigging and lifting operations; struck-by and caught-in/caught-between hazards; hot work and fire prevention; confined space entry; electrical hazards; line breaking and pressurized systems; and sharp edges, cuts, and lacerations.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with contractors, craft personnel, and site leadership.

Nice To Haves

Pharmaceutical, biotech, or manufacturing site experience.
OSHA 30.
OSHA 510 or CHST.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily field walks and safety observations to identify hazards and address unsafe conditions.
Review job hazard analyses and participate in pre-task planning to verify appropriate safety controls.
Monitor mechanical construction activities for compliance with site safety requirements.
Support contractor coordination around hazardous energy isolation, work permits, and overlapping work activities.
Reinforce safe work practices through field coaching and toolbox talks.
Document safety observations, communicate concerns to project leadership and site EHS, and follow up on corrective actions.
Assist with incident reporting and investigations as needed.