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EHS Coordinator – Safety, Construction & Training

Job Summary

The EHS Coordinator – Safety, Construction & Training is responsible for administering employee safety programs, providing EHS oversight for construction and capital improvement projects, and managing facility training and workforce competency programs.

This role ensures compliance with applicable OSHA regulations, integrates EHS requirements throughout the construction project lifecycle, and promotes a proactive approach to hazard prevention, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The position has authority to enforce EHS requirements, stop unsafe work, delay project startup when significant EHS risks remain unresolved, and ensure completion of required training and safety compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities

OSHA Compliance & Employee Safety

• Maintain and administer OSHA compliance programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Oversee the implementation and effectiveness of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, machine guarding, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) programs.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, workplace assessments, and hazard analyses.
• Lead or coordinate investigations of workplace injuries, incidents, and near-misses.
• Perform root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Track identified safety deficiencies and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Promote employee engagement in hazard identification, near-miss reporting, and proactive hazard prevention.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Monitor OSHA regulatory changes and update applicable programs and procedures.
• Maintain required safety documentation, inspection records, incident reports, and compliance records.
• Collaborate with department leaders to address safety concerns and improve workplace safety performance.

Construction & Capital Project Oversight

• Provide comprehensive EHS oversight for new construction and capital improvement projects.
• Conduct construction risk assessments and hazard analyses.
• Coordinate and enforce contractor EHS requirements and site expectations.
• Participate in project design reviews to ensure environmental, health, and safety considerations are incorporated.
• Lead and formally sign off on Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) prior to commissioning.
• Provide EHS input into capital project planning and budgeting.
• Exercise stop-work authority during construction activities when unsafe conditions or significant EHS risks exist.
• Support safe project execution from concept and design through commissioning and operational startup.
• Identify and track project-related EHS deficiencies and ensure timely corrective action.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, operations, maintenance, and other stakeholders to address EHS concerns throughout project execution.

Training & Workforce Competency

• Manage and deliver new-hire EHS onboarding programs.
• Maintain and administer the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive training matrix aligned with regulatory and operational requirements.
• Ensure completion of required annual refresher and compliance training.
• Coordinate required safety training for LOTO, confined space, PPE, machine guarding, and other applicable safety programs.
• Maintain accurate training documentation and compliance tracking records.
• Monitor training completion and follow up on overdue requirements.
• Coordinate technical training content with other EHS Coordinators and applicable subject matter experts.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of workforce competency programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve employee knowledge and compliance.

EHS Systems Development & Administration

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Maintain and monitor the corrective action tracking system to ensure timely closure of assigned actions.
• Support the development and maintenance of the EHS KPI dashboard.
• Maintain the EHS document control system, ensuring current procedures, policies, and records are accessible and audit-ready.
• Support standardization and continuous improvement of EHS management systems.
• Maintain documentation associated with employee safety, construction projects, and training programs.
• Coordinate with other EHS Coordinators to maintain consistent processes, documentation, and reporting practices.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure findings are documented, assigned, and resolved.

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Develop, coordinate, and execute emergency response drills in collaboration with site leadership and other EHS personnel.
• Support site emergency response coordination and preparedness activities.
• Assist in maintaining and improving emergency response procedures.
• Evaluate drill results and coordinate follow-up actions to address identified gaps.
• Maintain applicable emergency preparedness documentation, drill records, and corrective action tracking.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction in Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR).
• Increased employee participation in near-miss reporting and proactive hazard identification.
• Timely completion and closure of safety corrective actions.
• 100% completion of required PSSR activities before applicable project startup.
• Training completion rate of at least 98%.
• Timely closure of project-related EHS corrective actions.
• Effective implementation and documentation of Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Completion of scheduled emergency response drills and required follow-up actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in EHS, workplace safety, construction, capital projects, or manufacturing operations.
• Working knowledge of OSHA general industry and construction standards.
• Experience administering employee safety programs, conducting incident investigations, and tracking corrective actions.
• Experience overseeing construction projects, contractor EHS requirements, and capital improvement activities.
• Experience leading or participating in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
• Experience administering training programs and learning management systems preferred.
• Professional certifications such as OSHA 30, CHST, ASP, CSP, or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of OSHA compliance, workplace hazard prevention, and applicable EHS requirements.
• Ability to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement practical mitigation strategies.
• Effective incident investigation and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and recordkeeping skills.
• Effective training facilitation and communication skills.
• Project management and cross-functional coordination capabilities.
• Ability to influence employees, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and regulatory interpretation skills.
• High level of accountability, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, learning management systems, and EHS tracking tools.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Support cross-functional EHS initiatives as business needs evolve.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in employee safety, construction project execution, training effectiveness, and EHS systems.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries related to assigned responsibilities.

Team Collaboration Expectations

While functional responsibilities may be individually assigned, all EHS Coordinators are expected to operate as one unified team. Collaboration across Safety, Environmental, Construction, and Training functions is essential. Clear communication, shared accountability, and mutual support are required to achieve the common goal of maintaining a safe, compliant, and continuously improving work environment.

This position is expected to coordinate closely with other EHS team members to ensure consistent application of EHS standards, effective communication of identified risks, timely completion of corrective actions, and continuous improvement across all facility operations.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $67,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person