Health and Safety Coordinator

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Join WITRON as a Safety Coordinator! 

Salary Range: 50k-70k

The Health and Safety Coordinator supports and promotes WITRON’s established health and safety programs to ensure a safe working environment across all site operations. This traveling position is responsible for daily safety walks, managing training and compliance documentation, conducting orientations, tracking PPE and equipment, and investigating incidents. The role also includes weekly and monthly safety reporting, subcontractor oversight, and support during audits and planning meetings. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about workplace safety in an industrial or construction environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety observation walks to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Manage site safety documentation, including training records and permits (e.g., hot work).
• Oversee PPE and safety asset inventory and distribution.
• Investigate safety incidents and near misses, track actions, and follow up on corrective measures.
• Participate in and report on weekly GU planning meetings.
• Debrief on weekly minutes and safety concerns.
• Compile and submit the weekly safety reports.
• Deliver Toolbox Talks to reinforce site-specific safety themes.
• Manage and track badge distribution and access.
• Conduct subcontractor safety walks (minimum twice per week).
• Review subcontractor certifications and equipment inventory for compliance.
• Maintain incident responder rosters.
• Update and maintain the site safety board.
• Ensure the site contact list is accurate and accessible.
• Participate in phase planning with construction and operations teams.
• Review and contribute to the quarterly time-off and staffing plan.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a safety coordinator or equivalent role, preferably in an industrial or construction environment.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.
• OSHA 30 preferred.
• Experience conducting training, incident investigations, and writing reports.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Scheduling & Travel

• Flexibility to work shifts 1st and 2nd shift - operate 7 days a week
• 90% travel required

Physical Requirements

• Work at heights of up to 80-100 feet
• Continuous walking, climbing and standing
• Lifting, pulling and pushing up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Stability - WITRON offers competitive wage and excellent benefit package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD plans along with a company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions and a profit-sharing program
• Work/Life Balance - Employees have access to a generous paid time off policy, company-paid holidays, and special leave days related to certain life events
• Growth Potential - As part of WITRON's commitment to promoting from within, individual developmental opportunities are made available through comprehensive on the job training and a tuition reimbursement program
• A Place You Want to Work - WITRON's corporate philosophy is characterized by an open-door policy, an environment of trust and empowerment, and a sincere appreciation shown to all colleagues

 

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WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/ Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

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Employees will have the opportunity to participate in our WITRON bonus program once eligible.

Social Benefits

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Top Equipment

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Corporate Culture

Collaboration, an open-door policy, various company events and team building measures are a part of WITRON. A company with modern values and positive culture is waiting for you.

Support & Opportunity

Performance is worth the effort. Your potential will be both recognized and supported. Career opportunities are available for all of our employees, come grow with WITRON.

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Derek Henry-Williams

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