We are currently searching for a Safety Coordinator to work with our Savannah, GA Division. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading safety initiatives and assisting Project Supervision in ensuring that safe working conditions are provided and maintained for all employees. They will provide technical advice, support, and analysis to help management establish risk controls and processes that promote sustainable safety and health practices.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Examine project sites for environmental or physical factors that could affect employee health, safety, comfort, and performance.
  • Assist with planning, implementing, and delivery of safety and health training programs.
  • Provide guidance to employees regarding Company safety policies, programs, and procedures.
  • Coordinate with Supervisors to ensure appropriate resources are available to perform work safely.
  • Perform safety audits of jobsites to verify compliance, evaluate performance, and identify existing or potential hazards and prepare written reports on their findings.
  • Demonstrate the correct use of safety equipment.
  • Inspect safety equipment, material handling equipment, and ladders on a periodic basis for safe condition.
  • Assist with investigations of incidents that may occur on a jobsite and coordinate with site management to ensure identified corrective actions are implemented.
  • Assist with first-aid care and injury management if required.
  • Immediately stop/suspend any observed condition that is dangerous to life and health.
  • Ensure subcontractors' compliance with Morgan Corp.'s safety rules and regulations as well as any state or federal rules that may apply.
  • Attend client meetings as required.
  • Perform safety orientations for new hire and subcontracted employees.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Safety and Health or related field preferred (Work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.)
  • 3 + years of progressive safety experience and training.
  • Professional EHS certifications appreciated, but not required.
  • Experience with behavioral based safety programs a plus.
  • Ability to interact with and motivate all levels of project teams.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully in one-on-one situations as well as in large groups.
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish highly desired.
  • Ability to traverse uneven, unpaved terrain on project sites.
  • Observant auditor with experience in the construction field, with an emphasis on heavy civil construction preferred.
  • Ability to report clearly and concisely on audits, training results, and field performance.
  • Have integrity and be honest in all dealings.
  • Protects company's value by keeping employees' health information confidential.
  • Reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations.
  • Careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
  • Creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas and answers to work-related problems.
  • Ability to work independently, display initiative, and solve problems with proficiency.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products a plus.

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
  • Health benefits and 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay

 

About Morgan Corp:

Morgan Corp. has been a leader in commercial and industrial site development since 1945. Our expertise includes a multitude of services – site preparation, landfills, underground utilities, soil stabilization, roller compacted concrete, and water resources. Our Industrial Division acts as a heavy industrial general contractor capable of self-performing structural concrete, structural steel, equipment installation, piping, and electrical scopes.

With offices in Spartanburg, Charlotte, Savannah, and Raleigh, we serve the entire Southeast region. Our company delivers quality projects by focusing on safety, people, and relationships. The construction field requires a lot of attention to detail and patience to ensure our own, and one another’s, safety. Let our competitively low incident rate, low EMR, and extensive work hours without a lost-time injury speak for how dedicated we are to our employees’ safety. Our culture of integrity, respect and collaboration promotes teamwork and a sense of purpose. Through innovation and discipline, we apply our knowledge and experience to maximize value.

For additional company information, please visit us at www.morgan-corp.com

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.