Site Safety Lead

Bergelectric•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Site Safety Lead provides safety coordination and oversight at one or more designated project locations. Reporting to the Regional Safety Manager or Safety Manager, the role partners with the project foreman to implement Bergelectric’s Safety Program. This is a safety-sensitive position and operates in active construction and/or warehouse settings, including mobile jobsites that may involve varying weather conditions and high noise levels.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in the construction industry, with an interest in safety and management.
Working knowledge of safety rules and regulations, including fall protection, silica, confined spaces, forklifts, scissor lift operation, trenching, scaffolding, energy control/LOTO, and general construction safety.
Interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively, persuasively, and tactfully with employees at all organizational levels.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Effective presentation and training delivery skills.
Experience managing incident responses and gathering documentation.
Team-oriented, positive, well-organized, and proactive approach.

Nice To Haves

Electrical construction experience.
30 Hour OSHA Outreach/Trainer, EM-385 Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, NPFA 70e, and Root Cause Analysis Training.
Train-the-trainer experience in Lock Out / Tag Out, forklifts, scaffolds, aerial lifts, or other areas.
Safety Trained Supervisor – Construction and/or Construction Health and Safety Technician certification.

Responsibilities

Model and promote Bergelectric’s “Work Safe. Life Safe.” safety culture and encourage employee participation in the Safety Program.
Assist the Safety Manager and operations team with project planning, including site safety plans, risk assessments, and identification of project-specific training needs.
Recognize employee safety achievements and coordinate on-site recognition events with superintendent oversight.
Develop and deliver site-specific safety orientation materials and provide technical safety training, including training in forklifts, aerial lifts, confined spaces, and fall protection.
Conduct safety inspections and reviews, ensure procedures are followed, and intervene to correct or reinforce worker behaviors and site conditions.
Manage corrective actions arising from inspections and safety reports through timely resolution.
Conduct or prepare Toolbox Talks, safety stand-downs, and other safety awareness campaigns.
Coordinate the Safety Program with general contractors and provide records of safety meetings, training, and incidents.
Conduct jobsite safety walks with worksite representatives.
Oversee project safety documentation and records, including work permits, Lock Out / Tag Out logs, training records, and incident reports.
Use Bergelectric safety data management systems and processes.
Respond to safety concerns and incident reports, initiate investigations, and participate in inspections by regulatory agencies and third parties.
Escalate incident reports and safety concerns to the superintendent and Regional Safety Manager in a timely manner.
Meet regularly with foremen, superintendents, and general contractors to identify and correct safety issues and take appropriate corrective action.
Manage relationships with client site safety personnel to help address future issues.
Contribute to the company’s safety culture, internal safety communications, promotions, and campaigns.