Job Description: Western Industrial Contractors (WIC) is seeking a Project-Based Site Safety Representative to support a material handling equipment installation project beginning early August and continuing through September 2026. This is a temporary, project-based position with employment expected to conclude upon project completion.
Qualifications Candidate shall possess a bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety plus three years of full time construction safety management experience,
or
Board-Certified Safety Credential (for example, CSP, CIH, ASP, and CHST and five years of full-time construction safety management experience,
or
Possess OSHA 500 certification and six years of full-time construction safety management experience.
Job Summary
The Site Safety Representative will provide full-time onsite safety oversight for the installation of conveyor systems, working closely with project management, field supervision, and subcontractors to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. The successful candidate will support approximately 25 millwrights and 15 electricians, promoting safe work practices while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, project-specific safety requirements, and WIC policies. The Site Safety Manager must be an effective communicator and send clear, concise and consistent messages, both verbally and in writing. You will instruct and train new workers on safety policies and our safety standards at the site. The Site Safety Manager will communicate safety team expectations and give frequent and appropriate feedback to operations teams and ensure they are executing the core competencies of a safety professional. Site Safety Manager will be required to pass back ground check with no felonies within 10 years or pending allegations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Assist in the development of the project safety program. -Establish and conduct jobsite orientation for every new employee for the project and administer and record their participation in the orientation program. Conduct and document pre-planning safety meetings with each subcontractor safety representatives and/or foremen to establish safety procedures prior to subcontractor’s activity on site. -Establish and conduct regular (weekly) safety meetings with personnel, relating to safety regulations to ensure proper compliance. - Ensure proper training requirements as per the OSHA standards. If necessary, facilitate training for site personnel for compliance with Federal and State standards. -Ensure and maintain a log of toolbox safety meetings held with their employees. - Review each Subcontractors Safety Program and ensure that it meets or exceeds the project Safety Program requirements. -Conduct regular (daily) jobsite and work area inspections. Conduct formal weekly jobsite inspections and complete the safety checklist noting safety violations and corrective actions. -Record, notify and prepare written report of any violations or unsafe practices for immediate correction actions. - Stop at once any violation or unsafe practice. -Assist Project Superintendent in establishing and implementing proper fire prevention, evacuation and fire control procedures. -Investigate all incidents and generate proper reports. -Establish and maintain all required job safety records. -Conduct a monthly overview safety meeting. -Attend Project Staff Meetings to brief the staff on safety issues on the project and coming from the company and to keep informed of the progress of the job.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Construction: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CHST (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
