Safety Representative

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Safety Representative to support safety operations across construction sites and fabrication/shop environments. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a career in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) within heavy construction and steel fabrication.

The Safety Professional will assist with field inspections shop safety oversight training support hazard identification and compliance with OSHA 1910 & 1926 standards while working closely with supervision craft employees and the safety leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Field & Shop Safety Support

• Conduct routine jobsite and shop safety inspections
• Identify hazards and assist with corrective actions
• Support Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and pre-task planning
• Observe work activities and coach employees on safe work practices
• Assist with fall protection PPE housekeeping and equipment safety oversight

Compliance & Documentation

• Assist with OSHA compliance (1910 / 1926)
• Help maintain safety records inspection reports and training documentation
• Support incident near-miss and hazard reporting processes
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis

Training & Communication

• Assist with new hire orientations and site-specific safety orientations
• Support toolbox talks and safety meetings
• Help track training completion and certifications
• Communicate safety expectations clearly to employees and subcontractors

Continuous Improvement

• Participating in safety audits and internal reviews
• Support implementation of company safety programs and procedures
• Contribute ideas to improve safety culture and engagement

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Safety Occupational Health Construction Management or related field (preferred or in progress)
• Basic understanding of construction and/or industrial environments
• Willingness to work in both shop and active construction site conditions
• Ability to walk jobsites climb stairs/ladders and work outdoors
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (Construction or General Industry)
• Internship or field experience in construction fabrication or industrial safety
• CPR / First Aid certification
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus

Environment

• Combination of fabrication shops construction sites and office settings
• Exposure to heavy equipment cranes welding cutting and steel erection activities
• Required use of PPE (hard hat safety glasses boots etc.)

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Kinsley Steel Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana cocaine opioids amphetamines PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Kinsley Steel Inc. is a participant in the Federal E-Verify Program.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority