Safety Specialist | Collegeville, PA

Responsibilities

 

We are seeking a Construction Safety Specialist in Collegeville, PA to provide field-based safety support for a mechanical heat exchange decarbonization project at a pharmaceutical site. The project primarily involves mechanical work and requires a hands-on safety professional who can identify hazards, communicate effectively with contractors, and support safe execution of daily activities.

 

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field walks and safety observations to identify hazards and address unsafe conditions.

• Review job hazard analyses and participate in pre-task planning to verify appropriate safety controls.

• Monitor mechanical construction activities for compliance with site safety requirements.

• Support contractor coordination around hazardous energy isolation, work permits, and overlapping work activities.

• Reinforce safe work practices through field coaching and toolbox talks.

• Document safety observations, communicate concerns to project leadership and site EHS, and follow up on corrective actions.

• Assist with incident reporting and investigations as needed.

Qualifications

• Construction safety experience supporting mechanical work, piping, equipment installation, or industrial projects.

• Working knowledge of the following hazards and associated controls:

  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and hazardous energy

  • Working at heights and fall protection

  • Rigging and lifting operations

  • Struck-by and caught-in/caught-between hazards

  • Hot work and fire prevention

  • Confined space entry

  • Electrical hazards

  • Line breaking and pressurized systems

  • Sharp edges, cuts, and lacerations

• Pharmaceutical, biotech, or manufacturing site experience preferred.

• OSHA 30 preferred; OSHA 510 or CHST a plus.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with contractors, craft personnel, and site leadership.

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.

Travel | Relocation

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