Onsite Safety Coordinator - Canton, MS

Russo Corp

Canton, MS

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Construction, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, Documentation, English Language, Environmental Health, Establish Priorities, Follow Through, Hazard Analysis, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Multilingual, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Project/Program Management, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Spanish Language, Team Player
LOCATION
Canton, MS
POSTED
2 days ago

We are seeking a detailed-oriented Site Safety Coordinator to help support a safe, compliant, and productive work environment. In this role, you will work closely with site superintendents, project managers, and contractors to promote best safety practices.

Responsibilities

  • Work with project team to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, laws, standards, policies, and/or procedures.
  • Conduct regular workplace inspections and identify potential hazards, unsafe conditions, and improvement opportunities.
  • Assist with incident, near-miss, and injury investigations, including documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations and company standards.
  • Maintain accurate safety records, reports, permits, and required documentation.
  • Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1926 and 1910 standards.
  • Provide daily observations of on-site safety practices.
  • Coordinate and perform safety meetings, safety orientation, and training.
  • Conduct routine site inspections to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Aid in the investigation of accidents, incidents, injuries, and/or illnesses.
  • Monitor use of personal protective equipment and support adherence to site-specific requirements.
  • Partner with supervisors and employees to reinforce safe work practices and address concerns promptly.
  • Foster a team environment when advising on needed corrections.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in heavy civil construction.
  • Previous experience in workplace safety, environmental health and safety, compliance, or a related operational role is highly desirable.
  • Working knowledge of safety regulations, hazard recognition, incident investigation, and corrective action processes.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through.
  • Ability to document findings clearly and maintain accurate records.
  • Comfortable conducting site walks, speaking with employees, and addressing safety concerns professionally.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment and respond to changing site needs.
  • Additional education in occupational safety, environmental health, or a related field is preferred.
  • Bilingual preferred.  (English and Spanish) 

Preferred Attributes

  • Experience supporting safety programs in an onsite, industrial, manufacturing, logistics, construction, or similar environment.
  • Familiarity with safety training delivery and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Knowledge of incident tracking systems, audit processes, or compliance reporting tools.
  • Professional certifications such as OSHA-related training or other safety credentials are a plus. 

What We Offer

  • Experience supporting safety programs in an onsite, industrial, manufacturing, logistics, construction, or similar environment.
  • Familiarity with safety training delivery.
  • Knowledge of incident tracking systems or compliance reporting tools.
  • Professional certifications such as OSHA-related training or other safety credentials are a plus.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can do their best work. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

About the Company

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Russo Corp