Safety Representative

About the CompanyThe Safety Representative is a full-time, on-site safety professional dedicated to supporting the Gas Operations. This position is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and executing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) activities, including training, regulatory and company compliance, incident prevention, and field safety oversight.About the RoleReporting to the Regional Safety Manager, the Safety Representative serves as a key safety partner to operations. The role requires a consistent field presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to identify hazards and influence safe work practices in dynamic construction environments.ResponsibilitiesField & Operational SafetyPromote and reinforce a culture that delivers safe workers and safe workplacesConduct documented jobsite inspections to ensure compliance with company, state, and federal regulationsSupport and guide field operations in executing safe work practices and job briefingsIdentify hazards and recommend practical, field-driven corrective actionsIntegrate HSE into daily operations and work planning activitiesIncident Prevention & InvestigationSupport and lead incident prevention initiativesAssist with and/or lead incident and injury investigations, including:Fact finding and root cause analysisCorrective action development and trackingAssist in injury/illness case managementTraining & Workforce DevelopmentConduct safety orientation and training in a timely, professional mannerDeliver quality presentations with confidence and effectively in large group settingsReinforce safety expectations through field engagement and coachingAdministrative & ComplianceMaintain and support safety documentation and recordkeepingEnsure compliance with:OSHA and DOT regulationsCompany policies and client requirementsTrack and support corrective actions, audits, and training recordsPrioritize internal and external customer service in all safety interactionsQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required3–5+ years of safety experience in construction, civil or utility environmentsWorking knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulationsExperience supporting:Jobsite inspections and auditsIncident investigationsSafety training and orientationsInterpersonal and problem-solving abilitiesTime management and ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent follow-up and time management skillsProficient in Microsoft Office and Google workspaceValid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving standardsAbility to work independently and within a team environmentWillingness to travel up to 80% within Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Bronx areasPreferred SkillsAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in:Occupational Safety & HealthEnvironmental Health & SafetyConstruction Management or related fieldOSHA 30 required or other recognized safety certificationsExperience in urban work environments (traffic and pedestrian control)Familiarity with utility operations, civil construction or gas construction