Safety Engineer

Warfel Construction Company is currently looking for an experienced Safety Engineer to join our innovative, safety-focused team. This position will support construction projects near the East Petersburg, PA area.

Safety is our top priority. We are committed to ensuring that all employees on our jobsites leave work each day in the same condition in which they arrived. The Safety Engineer is expected to exhibit appropriate safety knowledge, and be able to apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of their environmental, health, and safety training.

At Warfel, we consistently go above and beyond OSHA requirements by focusing on prevention techniques, increased training and awareness, and ensuring each employee feels empowered to address safety proactively. A candidate who shares these values, is passionate about safety, and has a desire to work in a positive, team-oriented environment will thrive in this position.

 

Responsibilities:

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work directly with field supervisors, project management team members, the Operations Department, and the Safety Department to promote personal ownership of safety, share successes, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Proactively identify and help resolve potential safety issues involving employees, subcontractors, clients, and projects.
• Conduct inspections in accordance with Warfel’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and established protocols.
• Stay current with industry safety standards and communicate relevant updates throughout the organization.
• Distribute and communicate inspection reports internally and to associated trade contractors, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Actively promote and encourage safe work practices.
• Coordinate and conduct safety training for Warfel employees.
• Document, lead as necessary, and participate in accident investigations. Perform root cause analyses and recommend preventive actions.
• Assist and advise project teams to ensure subcontractors comply with established safety plans.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings with Warfel employees.
• Participate in preinstallation meetings and regular subcontractor coordination meetings.
• Prepare for OSHA inspections, respond appropriately, and complete all required follow-up actions.
• Collect and analyze leading and lagging indicators to identify trends and implement best practices.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on observations and experience to support continued program improvement.
• Provide consistent coaching on safe work habits and decision-making.
• Identify risks associated with tasks performed by frontline staff and support safety planning for each task.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, Safety Science, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may also apply
• Minimum of 2 – 3 years construction-related safety experience

Qualifications:

• Some supervisory experience is preferred.
• Demonstrate a collaborative approach to safety that promotes teamwork and engages employees throughout the organization.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure, with limited direction, and in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success.
• Ability to exercise discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Comfortable using computers, tablets, mobile phones, and construction-specific software and tools, with an interest in adopting new technology.
• Flexibility to work extended hours and weekends as workload demands.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. Regular travel to jobsites is required.
• Ability to navigate active construction sites, including uneven terrain, exposure to outdoor elements, multilevel structures, ladders, and scaffolding.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds in office and field environments.

Benefits:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Parental Leave
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability

Warfel is an equal opportunity employer. Warfel Construction Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process. Employment with Warfel Construction Company is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause or notice.

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