Safety Specialist | Rahway, NJ

Responsibilities

HazTek is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to support a pharmaceutical construction project in Rahway, NJ. This role will provide daily safety oversight across all trades and work closely with contractors and project leadership to maintain a safe work environment.

 

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction activities for compliance with OSHA regulations and site safety requirements

• Provide safety support for startup activities, hazardous energy control (HEC), and lockout/tagout (LOTO)

• Monitor crane and rigging operations and review lift plans for safe execution

• Conduct site inspections, review JSAs and work permits, and follow up on corrective actions

• Facilitate safety meetings and coordinate with project teams to identify and address hazards

Qualifications

• Construction safety experience overseeing multiple trades

• Strong hands-on experience with startup activities, HEC, and LOTO

• Experience with crane and rigging safety and lift plan reviews

• Pharmaceutical or industrial construction experience preferred

• OSHA 510 required

• OSHA 30 completed within the past five years required

• Current First Aid certification required

• Strong communication and contractor coordination skills

• Availability to support weekend work as needed

Benefits offered for Full Time Employees

• 401(k): Company match 
• Life & AD&D
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Bereavement
• EAP & Health Advocacy
• Professional Development & Education Assistance

Overview

HazTek Safety Management is a full-service, objective safety partner, founded in 1997. The health, safety and well-being of employees and companies is our highest priority. We offer full-time employment, stability, competitive benefits, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support and the added benefit of working with a network of over 375 full-time HazTek safety professionals. 

 

At HazTek, We Stand Together for Safety

 

We are committed to building an environment of inclusion and acceptance which values diversity across all areas of the organization; an environment in which all employees can contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. 

 

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Pay Range

$100,000-120,000

Travel | Relocation

Local Only - No travel, per diem or relocation is offered for this opportunity