Site Safety Coordinator

PROtect, LLC•Whiting, IN

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About The Position

The Site Safety Coordinator supports the Site Manager in planning and preparing activities so they are carried out safely. The role works with PROtect Safety representatives, the local ARSO, customers, contractors, employees, HR, and Corporate Safety to reinforce safety commitments and ensure personnel have the required training, credentials, site clearances, and PPE. The coordinator organizes and participates in safety meetings, conducts checks and audits, tracks certifications, reports incidents and near misses, and assists with inspections, investigations, and Return to Work activities. The position requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, initiative, attention to detail, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated initiative, including planning and carrying out tasks without detailed instructions, making constructive suggestions, preparing for problems or opportunities, and undertaking additional responsibilities.
Ability to analyze data, evaluate situations, and identify problems or opportunities, including likely causes.
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize work to meet assigned deadlines.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Safety-oriented attitude and a genuine commitment to personal safety and the safety of others.

Responsibilities

Support the Site Manager in planning and preparing activities to ensure they are carried out safely.
Attend customer and contractor safety meetings and report relevant information back.
Coordinate monthly and quarterly site safety meetings with the PROtect Sr Director EHS.
Perform PPE checks and conduct safety audits for all PROtect staff at the site; audits may include permits.
Coordinate needs for prescription safety glasses.
Track safety certifications and expiration dates, including Basic Plus and TWIC.
Report incidents and near misses according to PROtect and customer requirements.
File, scan, and track daily safety talks and JHAs.
Attend the monthly Download call to address safety concerns and provide updates about the month ahead.
Communicate daily with coworkers and supervisors.
Work with PROtect Safety representatives and the local ARSO to reinforce PROtect’s commitment to safety.
Ensure new-hire and refresher training is completed, along with any client-required safety council training.
Complete the defensive driving program and conduct defensive driving training with employees.
Support HR and Corporate Safety in ensuring employees have necessary training credentials, site clearances such as drug screens and backgrounds, and site-specific PPE for client work.
Lead local in-person monthly safety meetings, encourage active participation, and ensure meetings are interactive and discussive.
Support data collection, incident reporting and investigations, and Return to Work programs or alternative job assignments and activities as needed.
Assist with periodic inspections required by company policy or regulatory standards, including fall protection equipment, electrical equipment and extension cords, fire extinguishers, facilities, and vehicles.
Encourage employee engagement with PROtect’s Safety Needs Active Participation (SNAP) program.