Safety Coordinator - Akima (Job)
Description:
Responsibilities
- Site Safety Oversight:
- Implement and enforce the site-specific Safety Plan in accordance with OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and Army regulations.
- Conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards related to material handling, equipment movement, and personnel operations during equipment turn-in.
- Ensure proper handling and storage of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) in compliance with EPA and Army guidelines.
- Training & Compliance:
- Conduct safety orientations and recurring training for all personnel, including subcontractors and temporary labor.
- Ensure employees are trained on proper PPE usage, forklift and equipment operation, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and incident reporting procedures.
- Maintain safety training records and certifications in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
- Incident Management:
- Lead investigations of accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
- Report findings and corrective actions to the Project Manager and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), as required.
- Maintain incident logs and OSHA reporting documentation.
- Safety Audits & Reporting:
- Perform routine safety audits and job hazard analyses (JHAs) for all key operations, including equipment offload, inspection, and turn-in staging.
- Track safety KPIs and prepare regular reports for internal leadership and government oversight.
- Support government inspections and respond to safety-related inquiries or non-compliance findings.
- Risk Mitigation:
- Develop and implement hazard control measures specific to heavy equipment, material handling, and military logistics operations.
- Monitor environmental conditions and enforce heat stress, cold weather, or severe weather protocols as required by site conditions.
Skills/Eligibility:
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; however, equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
- 3+ years of safety experience on government, military, or industrial logistics sites.
- Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, EM 385-1-1, DA PAM 385-10, and Army site safety practices.
- Experience supporting military logistics, equipment turn-in, retrograde, or base closure operations is highly preferred.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Must have a REAL ID.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with proof of vehicle insurance.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
- Must receive a favorable background check and drug testing results.
- Basic proficiency in the English language (reading and writing).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Must be able to obtain Tier1/ NACI (Public trust) background eligibility.
Desired Qualifications:
- Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry or Construction) required; CSP, CHST, or similar preferred.
- Forklift and HAZMAT handling certification a plus.
- Familiarity with Army safety systems, procedures, and reporting (e.g., mishap reporting to the COR).
- Former military or DoD contractor experience strongly preferred.