Safety Coordinator – Turnaround (Baytown, TX)
 Schedule: 7/12s (Days & Nights available)
 Duration: Turnaround Assignment
 Local Candidates Only – No Per Diem

Position Summary

The Safety Coordinator will support a major turnaround project in Baytown, TX. This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with corporate, federal, provincial, and local safety regulations while promoting a proactive safety culture across all contractor and site personnel. The Safety Coordinator will lead daily safety initiatives, audits, training verification, and incident investigations to maintain a safe work environment during high-activity turnaround operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead daily safety meetings and turnover meetings
• Verify all turnaround safety processes are fully implemented
• Ensure federal, provincial, and local laws, regulations, and codes are observed
• Conduct site safety walks, audits, and housekeeping inspections
• Identify hazardous conditions and unsafe practices during on-site inspections
• Participate in safety observation programs and track documentation
• Investigate incidents and near-misses; follow up on corrective actions
• Compile and analyze incident data to develop risk mitigation strategies
• Verify training documentation (e.g., forklift certifications)
• Assist with contractor safety orientation and onboarding programs
• Provide safety coaching, guidance, and compliance counseling
• Promote high housekeeping and safe work standards across site

Essential Functions

• Strong organizational, leadership, and planning skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrates strong follow-up and accountability
• Ability to remain calm in demanding situations
• Promotes teamwork and a positive safety culture
• Works professionally with supervisors, contractors, and stakeholders
• Willing to work extended schedules while following strict fatigue management guidelines

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a Safety Coordinator role within refinery or petrochemical environments
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related discipline preferred
• CSP certification preferred
• Subject matter expertise in OSHA, MSHA, NFPA, NEC, CGA, and Alberta OHS regulations
• Strong knowledge of corporate safety policies and turnaround safety procedures
• Experience in site auditing, assessments, and coaching
• Training and experience in incident investigation
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication and influence skills with a motivated, positive safety attitude

Site & Work Requirements

• Must meet all site entry requirements
• Valid TWIC card with TWIC password required
• Must complete required safety training prior to site access

Schedule & Work Conditions

• 7 days/week, 12-hour shifts (Days & Nights available)
• Maximum shift length: 13 hours (including turnover)
• One fatigue day for every 14 days worked
• Local candidates only (no per diem offered)