EH&S Coordinator I

Description

The EHS Coordinator I at Loenbro Southwest reports to the EHS Manager and is responsible for establishing a safety culture at assigned industrial service sites. This includes ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations, conducting regular audits, delivering training, and implementing programs that reduce risks and maintain a healthy work environment.

The role works closely with site operations, safety teams, and customers to communicate expectations, perform inspections and investigations, maintain thorough documentation, and drive continuous improvement by integrating industry best practices and emerging technologies.

• Assist with EHS training programs for all employees, covering emergency response, hazardous material handling, and equipment safety.
• Ensure employees have required industry-specific training such as OSHA or MSHA.
• Help conduct new‑hire orientations, hazard awareness training, and other required sessions.
• Participate in or lead daily safety meetings, provide educational materials, and assist with drills.
• Apply leadership to develop team members' hazard recognition and mitigation skills.
• Document and store all training and education materials onsite and in KPA.
• Apply EHS policies consistently to promote a culture where hazard elimination is the first task.
• Implement and enforce EHS protocols, including the Site Safety Plan, client guidelines, and OSHA/MSHA regulations.
• Perform continual monitoring of job site work habits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in incident investigations, document findings, and identify root causes.
• Ensure injured employees receive timely care, including use of CORE Occupational Medicine.
• Utilize KPA for safety alerts, incident reports, root cause analysis, and related documentation.
• Collaborate with operations and EHS management to create actionable items from incidents and track completion in KPA.
• Establish a firm communication system between site operations and H&S, responding promptly to field requests.
• Work with the site operations team to embed safety as a core organizational identity.
• Act as a constructive partner and resource for the operations team on EHS matters.
• Interface regularly with customers' safety teams and align company systems with customer requirements.
• Conduct and document daily inspections and audits to identify EHS violations or hazards.
• Address identified issues promptly, provide solutions, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare daily safety reports to supply data to EHS and project management.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely entry into appropriate systems such as KPA.
• Assist EHS management with data gathering, analytics, and creation of safety meeting topics and documentation.
• Engage with regulatory agencies, participate in inspections, and facilitate audits to uphold EHS standards.
• Document and notify all citations, and help implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging EHS technologies.
• Collaborate with site/area management to identify opportunities for safety improvements.
• Provide field feedback to support process improvement and implementation progress.

Requirements

• Construction Site Safety Supervisor (CSSS) or equivalent preferred; OSHA 30 required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in heavy industrial construction, including manufacturing, pipeline, mining, food & beverage, power, and refining.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, standards, and other applicable codes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess hazards and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Understanding of incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis.
• Ability to comprehend and ensure readiness of emergency response plans.
• Skill in building relationships and collaborating with all organizational levels and external stakeholders.
• MSHA certification or background preferred.
• Familiarity with risk assessment methods such as JSA or HAZOP.
• Experience conducting safety audits or inspections to identify EHS hazards.
• Certification in First Aid/CPR.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting.
• Ability to use safety management software for reporting and documentation requirements.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to traverse difficult terrain, including trenches, excavations, and elevated platforms.
• Ability to lift equipment and materials weighing 1‑50 pounds.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurability, and pass a DMV background check.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance