Safety Coordinator

Proudly family-owned and operated, Vasco employs over 200 employees, who collectively contribute to a corporate atmosphere that prioritizes family values. We recruit, train, empower, and retain outstanding, quality people, and provide a place where our employees are proud to come to work every day. As a contractor and employer of choice, The Vasco Group has maintained a reputation for demonstrated expertise, professionalism, and strong customer service since 1967. Vasco is continuing to grow and seeking a motivated Safety Coordinator for the Human Resource department. 

Job Summary:

The Safety Coordinator will develop, coordinate, and implement occupational health policies and procedures to promote and ensure effective safety operations in the organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• none

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Ensures completion of required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.
• Stops operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.
• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
• Conducts employee training on applicable safety standards.
• Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates.
• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Reviews accident and incident reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field required.
• At least five years of occupational health and safety experience required.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Ability to travel to job sites as required to conduct safety inspections.

Vasco Asphalt participates in the Drug Free Workplace Program. Vasco provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.