Safety & Quality Coordinator

About the Job: The Safety and Quality Coordinator is responsible for auditing safety and quality processes, extracting actionable insights from IFS reports, and supporting ongoing development of our safety programs. This role will also serve as a backup site safety professional at the RPL site near Monroe, LA, ensuring compliance with site-specific safety requirements. The ideal candidate will work closely with regional leadership and branch managers to identify trends, coaching opportunities, and highlight top-performing team members.

Responsibilities

• · Data Collection & Analysis:
  • Regularly audit safety and quality data in IFS including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), job tickets, and job observations.
  • Review maintenance records to ensure alignment with safety and operational protocols.
  • Identify trends, coaching moments, and training opportunities through monthly data reviews.
• · Process Validation:
  • Ensure monthly safety audits are completed across all branches.
  • Validate completeness and accuracy of submitted documentation in IFS.
• · Reporting & Communication:
  • Prepare monthly summary reports highlighting trends, opportunities for improvement, and success stories.
  • Collaborate with branch managers during monthly safety meetings to review findings and recommendations.
• · Tools & Systems:
  • Utilize IFS and Excel to extract and analyze data beyond standard reporting functions.
  • Create customized data presentations to support decision-making.
• · Site Safety Support:
  • Serve as a standby/backup Safety Professional at the RPL site near Monroe, LA.
  • Ensure compliance with all site-specific safety requirements and protocols.
  • Maintain required certifications and training necessary for site access and safety oversight responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience with safety program auditing or quality control in a field or branch-based environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present complex data.
• Proficiency in IFS and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data sorting/filtering, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.
• Ability to travel regionally up to 25% as business needs dictate.
• Must be physically located at a branch (no remote work).
• Must submit to a pre-employment fit for duty and drug screen evaluation.

Safety & Certification Requirements

• Candidates must meet one of the following:
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
  • Construction Health and Safety Technologist (CHST)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST)
  • Graduate or Chartered Member of IOSH
  • Safety Trained Supervisor – Construction (STS-C)
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) or related field
• Additional Requirements
  • OSHA 30-Hour Outreach for Construction (must be completed within 3 years; company can facilitate if needed).
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Safety Professional in:
    • Large construction projects, or
    • Heavy industry environments

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance available after 90 days
• Paid time off and other benefits
• Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities

PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest network of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture - the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran