About the Company:
The Safety Representative III is a full-time, on-site safety professional dedicated to supporting the Gas Operations Construction Complex Division. This position is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and executing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) activities, including training, regulatory and company compliance, incident prevention, and field safety oversight.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Regional Safety Manager, the Safety Representative serves as a key safety partner to operations. The role requires a consistent field presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to identify hazards and influence safe work practices in dynamic construction environments.
Responsibilities:- Field & Operational Safety
- Promote and reinforce a culture that delivers safe workers and safe workplaces
- Conduct documented jobsite inspections to ensure compliance with company, state, and federal regulations
- Support and guide field operations in executing safe work practices and job briefings
- Identify hazards and recommend practical, field-driven corrective actions
- Integrate HSE into daily operations and work planning activities
- Incident Prevention & Investigation
- Support and lead incident prevention initiatives
- Assist with and/or lead incident and injury investigations, including:
- Fact finding and root cause analysis
- Corrective action development and tracking
- Assist in injury/illness case management
- Training & Workforce Development
- Conduct safety orientation and training in a timely, professional manner
- Deliver quality presentations with confidence and effectively in large group settings
- Reinforce safety expectations through field engagement and coaching
- Administrative & Compliance
- Maintain and support safety documentation and recordkeeping
- Ensure compliance with:
- OSHA and DOT regulations
- Company policies and client requirements
- Track and support corrective actions, audits, and training records
- Prioritize internal and external customer service in all safety interactions
Qualifications:- Must have a BCSP OR USOLN credential
- High School Diploma or GED required3–5+ years of safety experience in construction, utility, or industrial environments
- Working knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations
- Experience supporting:
- Jobsite inspections and audits
- Incident investigations
- Safety training and orientations
- Interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
- Time management and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent follow-up and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google workspace
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving standards
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Willingness to travel up to 80% within Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Bronx areas
Preferred Skills: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in:
- Occupational Safety & Health
- Environmental Health & Safety
- Current National Grid NGC 70/71 Construction Management or related fieldOSHA 30 required or other recognized safety certifications
- Experience in urban work environments (traffic and pedestrian control)
- Familiarity with utility operations, civil construction or gas construction
