The posting
Job Description:
The Site Safety Supervisor will assist in the supervision and administration of Harris’ health & safety and program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. They will contribute to the desired safety and work culture of the organization.
Safety:
- Proactively assist in identifying and mitigating hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities by collaborating with project management and supervisory teams
- Support the supervision and coordination of an incident response as it pertains to safety, first aid, and rescue operations; assume full responsibility for site safety during assigned shift work
- Contribute to the development, delivery and oversight of new hire employee orientations, task-specific training, and ongoing supervisor safety programs, while supporting project manager safety training initiatives
- Perform detailed work area inspections, including confined space air sampling, and lead investigations into property damage and personal injury incidents
- Maintain thorough documentation of accidents, safety violations, and unsafe conditions; issue confined space entry and hot work permits as required
- Partner with safety, health, and insurance representatives during site inspections and walkthroughs
- Stay current on industry advancements by reviewing safety publications, equipment updates, and best practices
- Assist in preparing formal appeals for safety violation citations
- Accurately input and manage safety data using Industry Safe management software
Site Safety:
- Take ownership of the safety and well-being of Harris employees on-site
- Actively collaborate with the broader project safety team to foster a best-in-class safety culture across all trades
- Lead or support project-specific safety training sessions to ensure compliance and awareness
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve site-specific safety plans
- Coordinate safety badging processes and substance abuse screening programs
- Deliver engaging and informative safety orientations & tool box talks for all personnel
- Serve as a subject matter expert in mechanical contracting safety, providing guidance across the project
- Conduct specialized safety training related to mechanical systems and operations
- Participate in and support comprehensive site safety audits and assessments
- Manage the full lifecycle of permits, including hot work, confine space, excavation (dig), ladder and pre-task safety planning documentation
- Actively engage in daily project meetings, including toolbox talks, subcontractor coordination, safety committees, and planning sessions
- Drive daily on-site safety management by:
- Conducting routine walkthroughs and real-time project assessments
- Spot-checking & approving pre-task plans, permits, and active work areas
- Participating in worker-to-worker safety observation programs
- Deliver timely and detailed incident analysis reports for near misses, injuries, and property damage events
- Support injury case management efforts, including return-to-work and restricted duty programs
- Engage in emergency response planning, crisis management, and mock drills
- Lead or participate in daily stretch-and-bend programs to promote worker readiness
- Ensure Harris team members are prepared, compliant, and safety-focused at the start of each workday
- Contribute to the development and execution of integrated work plans and job hazard analyses
- Support the creation of proactive safety recognition and reward programs
- Prepare and present monthly safety performance metrics, including Recordable Incident Rate and Days Away/Restricted/Transferred data
- Track and report leading indicators such as training completion rates, audit activity, safety observations, and hazard reporting
Safety Supplies/Equipment Coordination:
- Efficiently fulfill and coordinate supply orders for job sites while maintaining optimal inventory levels
- Organize and maintain equipment storage areas to ensure materials are secure, accessible, and protected
- Ensure all safety equipment and supplies are stored and managed in compliance with field procedures and company standards
What we’re looking for in you
- High School Diploma required
- Safety certification required from an accredited or industry-recognized such as BCSP
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or safety preferred
- 4+ years of experience in construction or industrial occupational health and safety
- 4+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Office tools
- Strong knowledge of safety equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to protect people, property, and operations at the local, state, and national levels
- Proficient understanding of OSHA standards and regulatory guidelines
- Experience with workers’ compensation and accident investigation processes preferred
- OSHA 30 Certification required
- OSHA 510 preferred
Your life at Harris
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits + Compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Plan
Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance
Pay Range:
$81,740.63 - $122,610.95
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
