E-3 Visa Safety Coordinator Jobs
Safety Coordinator roles in construction, manufacturing, and industrial settings qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety science, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in the H-1B lottery, with two-year renewable status tied to your employer.
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Get Access To All JobsJOB NO:
540040
WORK TYPE:
Staff Full-Time
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Environmental/Occupational Safety
DEPARTMENT:
71010000 - EHS-ENVR - HLTH - SAFETY-ADMIN
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Environ Health & Safety Coordinator I
CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Prepares for and conducts inspections of university laboratories to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulation. Completes duties associated with inspection performance including reviewing records, scheduling visits, conducting site visits, administering survey questionnaires, visually inspecting laboratories (lab safety, biological, shops and IFAS), and evaluating various pieces of safety equipment. Operate UF/state vehicle(s) to and from inspection sites.
Evaluates survey results, generates reports, and provides assistance related to noted deficiencies as needed. Evaluates corrective actions from noted deficiencies and follows up as needed.
Conducts administrative tasks including but not limited to auditing purchase requisitions and purchase orders sent through UF’s eProcurement system for hazardous materials and safety equipment, monitoring the Lab Safety email inbox and answering general safety-related questions, managing and tracking EH&S forms such as fume hood protocols and decontamination forms, and updating lab safety handouts, reference materials and web page content as directed.
Completes special projects including the evaluation and gathering of data from the University research community; benchmarking with peer safety programs, researching safety related topics, assisting with or providing training to the research community.
Other duties as assigned.
Valid Florida Driver's License Required.
Post offer health assessment Required.
NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:
Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
40 hours per week
Must be able to work on-campus
Occasional travel to offsite laboratories
Occasional response to after-hour incidents.
May involve overnight stays.
EXPECTED SALARY:
Commensurate with Education and Experience
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience.
PREFERRED:
EDUCATION & TRAINING: Master’s Degree in a chemistry-related field.
Experience: Two (2) or more years of benchtop laboratory experience with chemicals.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
Knowledge and understanding of lab safety regulations.
Knowledge and understanding of research laboratories, especially those using chemicals.
ABILITIES
Ability to work independently.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to fully, logically, and concisely explain safety issues to customers (UF staff, primarily researchers).
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to work on-campus with occasional travel to off-site locations. Ability to wear a tight-fitting respirator for emergency purposes. Post offer health assessment required.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED: Yes
ADVERTISED:
29 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
12 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
JOB NO:
540040
WORK TYPE:
Staff Full-Time
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Environmental/Occupational Safety
DEPARTMENT:
71010000 - EHS-ENVR - HLTH - SAFETY-ADMIN
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Environ Health & Safety Coordinator I
CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Prepares for and conducts inspections of university laboratories to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulation. Completes duties associated with inspection performance including reviewing records, scheduling visits, conducting site visits, administering survey questionnaires, visually inspecting laboratories (lab safety, biological, shops and IFAS), and evaluating various pieces of safety equipment. Operate UF/state vehicle(s) to and from inspection sites.
Evaluates survey results, generates reports, and provides assistance related to noted deficiencies as needed. Evaluates corrective actions from noted deficiencies and follows up as needed.
Conducts administrative tasks including but not limited to auditing purchase requisitions and purchase orders sent through UF’s eProcurement system for hazardous materials and safety equipment, monitoring the Lab Safety email inbox and answering general safety-related questions, managing and tracking EH&S forms such as fume hood protocols and decontamination forms, and updating lab safety handouts, reference materials and web page content as directed.
Completes special projects including the evaluation and gathering of data from the University research community; benchmarking with peer safety programs, researching safety related topics, assisting with or providing training to the research community.
Other duties as assigned.
Valid Florida Driver's License Required.
Post offer health assessment Required.
NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:
Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
40 hours per week
Must be able to work on-campus
Occasional travel to offsite laboratories
Occasional response to after-hour incidents.
May involve overnight stays.
EXPECTED SALARY:
Commensurate with Education and Experience
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience.
PREFERRED:
EDUCATION & TRAINING: Master’s Degree in a chemistry-related field.
Experience: Two (2) or more years of benchtop laboratory experience with chemicals.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
Knowledge and understanding of lab safety regulations.
Knowledge and understanding of research laboratories, especially those using chemicals.
ABILITIES
Ability to work independently.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to fully, logically, and concisely explain safety issues to customers (UF staff, primarily researchers).
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to work on-campus with occasional travel to off-site locations. Ability to wear a tight-fitting respirator for emergency purposes. Post offer health assessment required.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED: Yes
ADVERTISED:
29 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
12 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Safety Coordinator
Credential your Australian safety qualifications for U.S. employers
Cert IV in WHS and Australian safety degrees aren't automatically recognized by U.S. hiring managers. Get a formal credential evaluation confirming your qualification meets a U.S. bachelor's degree standard before applying, so employers can support the E-3 visa specialty occupation requirement.
Target industries with established E-3 hiring pipelines
Construction, oil and gas, mining, and large-scale manufacturing consistently hire Safety Coordinators and have HR teams familiar with E-3 sponsorship. Focus your outreach on mid-to-large operators in these sectors rather than companies encountering work visa sponsorship for the first time.
Verify your offer letter meets DOL prevailing wage requirements
Your employer must file an LCA with the DOL certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your role and location. Confirm this before signing an offer, since the LCA wage level directly determines whether your application proceeds to consulate.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified E-3 sponsoring employers
Most job search tools don't filter by visa sponsorship type. Migrate Mate surfaces Safety Coordinator roles at employers with active E-3 sponsorship history, saving you time spent on positions where sponsorship isn't actually available. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Address specialty occupation upfront in your application
Consular officers assess whether a Safety Coordinator role genuinely requires a degree-level qualification. Your resume and any supporting documents should clearly connect your specific duties to your degree field, not just list job titles. Generic safety roles without degree-specific responsibilities can face scrutiny.
Prepare for dual-intent questions at your visa interview
The E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa, so consular officers will probe your intent to return to Australia. Having a clear, honest account of your temporary work plans and ties to Australia strengthens your application and reduces the risk of administrative processing delays.
E-3 Visa Safety Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Safety Coordinator jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is purpose-built for this search. It filters Safety Coordinator roles by employers with E-3 sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on companies unfamiliar with the visa. Most general job boards don't distinguish between H-1B and E-3 sponsorship willingness, which means a lot of dead ends for Australian applicants specifically.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Safety Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as occupational health and safety, environmental science, or engineering. Roles where a degree is preferred but not required, or where the degree field is broadly interchangeable, are harder to support. Your employer's job description and the specific duties listed on the LCA are what USCIS and consular officers evaluate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Safety Coordinator roles?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been exhausted, meaning there's no lottery and no random exclusion from the process. The H-1B is capped at 85,000 with a heavily oversubscribed lottery, so many qualified applicants aren't selected despite meeting all requirements. For Australian Safety Coordinators, the E-3 is far more reliable since approval depends on your qualifications and the role, not chance.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Safety Coordinator?
Yes, but you can't simply transfer your existing E-3 status. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp, which typically means returning to Australia for a consulate appointment. You can start working for the new employer once the LCA is certified and your new visa is issued, so planning the transition carefully matters.