Safety Trainer

H&K Group • Skippack Township, PA

4h

About The Position

H&K Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced and motivated Safety Trainer to develop and conduct health and safety training programs for employees, managers, and contractors. The role's primary goal is to ensure regulatory compliance and foster a proactive safety culture.

The Safety Trainer assesses training needs with the training coordinator and safety management, reviews incident reports and audit findings, and develops current, role-specific training materials. The trainer delivers general and specialized instruction, including training on Lockout/Tagout, confined space entry, working at heights, chemical handling, and emergency response. The role also trains supervisors and managers on safety responsibilities, inspections, and incident investigations.

The position includes assessing trainee competency, ensuring training completion is certified and documented, evaluating and improving programs, and maintaining accessible training records. The Safety Trainer stays current with applicable regulations, helps maintain a compliant training matrix, collaborates with trainers and safety and operational leaders, and assists the Safety Training Coordinator with external regulatory inspections. Local daily travel is required. The work may involve occasional exposure to heavy equipment and machinery, vibration, heights, fumes or airborne particulates, and adverse weather. Pre-employment drug testing and a pre-employment physical are required.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant health and safety experience in heavy civil construction, general industry, or related industries regulated by OSHA.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing variables.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work well with a team and willingness to collaborate.
• Willingness to travel locally daily.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Frequently walk.
• Intermittently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Intermittently talk or hear in loud environments.

Nice To Haves

• 5–10 years of safety experience in the construction and materials production industry.
• Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT) certification.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in occupational safety and health, environmental health and safety, or another relevant program focused on health, safety, and/or the environment from an accredited educational institution.
• OSHA 500 Card for Construction Industry Outreach Trainer Authorization.
• OSHA 501 Card for General Industry Outreach Trainer Authorization.
• BCSP credentials such as STS-C, CHST, ASP, or CSP.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular training needs assessments with the training coordinator and safety management to identify skill gaps and compliance requirements.
• Review incident reports, audit findings, and regulatory updates to prioritize training topics.
• Develop engaging training materials tailored to departments and roles, and ensure the content is accurate, current, and compliant with mandatory standards.
• Manage and maintain training facilities, equipment, and technology required for training delivery.
• Deliver safety training through lectures, hands-on demonstrations, group exercises, e-learning, and other instructional techniques.
• Facilitate discussions and practical application sessions so trainees can understand and apply safety protocols.
• Provide specialized training in high-risk areas, including Lockout/Tagout, confined space entry, working at heights, chemical handling, and emergency response.
• Train supervisors and managers on safety responsibilities, including inspections and incident investigations.
• Promote continuous improvement, accountability, and hazard identification as a safety advocate.
• Develop and administer written, practical, or verbal assessments to verify competency and knowledge retention.
• Ensure successful trainees receive appropriate certifications or documentation of training completion, coordinating with training administration and the training coordinator.
• Collect feedback and evaluate training effectiveness; communicate identified issues to the training coordinator and update programs as needed.
• Maintain detailed training records, including attendee lists, dates, curriculum content, and assessment scores, and ensure they are accessible for audits and compliance checks.
• Stay current with federal, state, and local HSE regulations and standards relevant to the organization.
• Ensure the organization's training matrix is followed to maintain a compliant workforce.
• Coordinate with internal or external adjunct trainers to maintain H&K's training vision.
• Collaborate with safety and operational leadership to integrate safety practices into standard operating procedures.
• Assist the Safety Training Coordinator in preparing for external regulatory inspections.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• 100% company-paid health benefits.
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs.
• Company-provided on-the-job transportation to meet job responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed