Safety Specialist | Rahway, NJ

Responsibilities

HazTek is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to support a pharmaceutical construction project in Rahway, NJ. This role will provide daily safety oversight across all trades and work closely with contractors and project leadership to maintain a safe work environment.

 

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction activities for compliance with OSHA regulations and site safety requirements

• Provide safety support for startup activities, hazardous energy control (HEC), and lockout/tagout (LOTO)

• Monitor crane and rigging operations and review lift plans for safe execution

• Conduct site inspections, review JSAs and work permits, and follow up on corrective actions

• Facilitate safety meetings and coordinate with project teams to identify and address hazards

Qualifications

• Construction safety experience overseeing multiple trades

• Strong hands-on experience with startup activities, HEC, and LOTO

• Experience with crane and rigging safety and lift plan reviews

• Pharmaceutical or industrial construction experience preferred

• OSHA 510 required

• OSHA 30 completed within the past five years required

• Current First Aid certification required

• Strong communication and contractor coordination skills

• Availability to support weekend work as needed

Benefits offered for Full Time Employees

• 401(k): Company match 
• Life & AD&D
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Bereavement
• EAP & Health Advocacy
• Professional Development & Education Assistance

Pay Range$100,000-120,000 Travel | RelocationLocal Only - No travel, per diem or relocation is offered for this opportunity