Safety Coordinator

Accentuate Staffing is looking to hire a Safety Coordinator to join a leading construction company in Apex, NC. This role is instrumental in promoting a culture of safety across the organization. You will develop, deliver, and evaluate safety and training programs to ensure our workforce is knowledgeable, compliant, and prepared to work safely and effectively. This role is ideal for a proactive professional with a strong background in construction safety, bilingual communication skills, and a passion for employee development.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and conduct new employee safety and training orientations.
• Own and manage the entire fleet driver safety program: orientation, assessment, accident reporting, and training.
• Perform training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and recommend targeted improvements.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels of safety equipment and PPE.
• Conduct Job Hazard Assessments (JHAs) and ensure adherence to safety protocols and training programs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives and recommend enhancements.
• Maintain accurate safety and training records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Maintain and update the safety program and policy handbook.
• Oversee incident/accident reporting, root cause analysis, and retraining as required.
• Update and manage OSHA logs and ensure compliance with OSHA reporting requirements.
• Prepare job safety reports to support project bidding processes.
• Coordinate facility and grounds safety measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a Safety/Training Coordinator role within the construction industry.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record (3+ years).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confident, engaging, and effective communicator across various presentation settings.
• Strong technical writing skills for documenting training activities, assessments, and reports.
• Working knowledge of workers’ compensation regulations and occupational health standards.
• Proven ability to build rapport and influence across diverse teams.
• Skilled in assessing, coaching, and motivating employees to embrace safety practices.
• Technologically adept, including experience using digital tools for training and documentation.
• Able to independently develop training materials, course outlines, and procedural documents.
• OSHA construction certification preferred, or willingness to obtain upon hire.