Safety Coordinator

Azuria Water Solutions, located in Batesville, MS, is looking for a Safety Coordinator to join our team.

Azuria and its family of companies shield and protect the world's infrastructure from degradation and corrosion with a variety of technologies.  Azuria's businesses comprise sewer, drinking water and energy and mining pipeline rehabilitation and corrosion protection for the strengthening of bridges, tunnels, buildings, waterfront, metal, and concrete structures. Our companies provide cost-effective solutions to remediate operational, health, regulatory and environmental problems resulting from aging and defective pipelines and infrastructure. For more information, visit www.Azuria.com

Summary of Position

The Safety Coordinator will report to the Safety Manager and will be an integral part of our Safety Team working daily with our Dry and Wet Manufacturing Teams.  In this position, the Safety Coordinator will support 9 manufacturing sites while ensuring a safe and healthy working environment for employees. This position involves working closely with employees, supervisors, and management to identify, evaluate, and eliminate safety hazards.  As a key member of the Safety Team, the Safety Coordinator supports the development and implementation of safety programs and training, conducts safety inspections and actively supports the advancement of site safety objectives.

The candidate will be required to work at the Insituform Batesville, MS office, an OSHA VPP Site.  This position requires approximately 20% travel. 

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of safety programs and procedures to help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal company policies.
• Conduct regular workplace safety inspections and hazard assessments, documenting findings and supporting follow-up actions to correct unsafe conditions.
• Deliver safety training, toolbox talks, and employee engagement activities.
• Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and support corrective action planning and tracking.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training, ensuring timely entry and proper documentation for tracking and compliance purposes.
• Collaborate with operational teams and Corporate Claims Managers during the investigation of work-related injuries or incidents.
• Support the planning and execution of safety engagement initiatives, such as committees, safety campaigns, awareness activities, or recognition programs, to promote a positive safety culture.
• Provide basic safety guidance to employees and escalate more complex issues to senior safety personnel as needed.
• Partner with operations and management to drive a strong safety culture.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to support departmental and organizational objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a safety role in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Critical thinking skills with ability to independently conduct inspections and incident investigations.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations and standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present in front of a group.
• Ability to wear PPE while walking, climbing ladders, and carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally 50 pounds).
• Ability to become VPP SGE Certified.
• Ability to travel domestically ~20% of the time.

Preferred Skills

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in occupational safety or related field.  Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Mix of office and plant floor environments; must be comfortable working in varying conditions.
• Safety Certifications, such as: ASP, CSP, OHST or similar.
• Current, or the ability to complete, Basic First Responder training including First Aid and CPR.
• Familiar with FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act).
• Highly proficient in MS Office Suite and EHS Data Tracking Software Data Entry.

We offer a competitive salary with career growth opportunities and a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision Insurance, prescription drug coverage, 401k matching, tuition assistance, paid time off, and much more.

Azuria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Azuria is firmly bound. Azuria will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with Azuria on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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