Assistant Safety Director - Gateway Program
Job Description
Employment Type
Full time
Education Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Hourly Rate
PACO Group, Inc. (PACO) is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Safety Director to join our team and support the PANYNJ Bridging Phase project. This position offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring safety compliance, risk mitigation, and operational excellence on a high-profile infrastructure initiative.
Hourly Rate Range: $65-75 per hourBenefits
401(k) and 401(k) Employer MatchingHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceGroup Life Insurance, LTD and AD&DPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysProfessional Development AssistancePACO Group, Inc. is committed to furthering opportunities for everyone in the national construction market. The firm periodically reaffirms this commitment through an active affirmative action plan. It provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees without unlawful discrimination regarding race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, religion, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or citizenship status. As an equal opportunity employer, we have recruited, hired, promoted, and retained an ethnically and socially diverse professional staff. Our efforts to date have produced a multidisciplinary workforce - a record of diversity that extends to the highest levels of the firm's management.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and enforce safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA standards and project-specific requirements.
- Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and deliver safety training programs to promote awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and field teams to integrate safety measures into daily operations.
- Investigate and document incidents, accidents, and near-misses, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Maintain and update safety documentation, including reports, logs, and permits.
- Monitor site activities to ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety procedures.
- Facilitate toolbox talks, safety meetings, and emergency drills.
- Provide support in preparing and submitting safety compliance reports.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- 5+ years of proven experience in construction safety management or related roles.
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health , or a related field preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
- Certifications such as OSHA 30 , Certified Safety Professional (CSP) , or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) are highly desirable.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in safety management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
