HSE Coordinator

Job ID:
18626 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives.
We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.
Pay Range:
$75000 - $90000 / year This is a remote position that can sit anywhere in the U.S.
Position Summary The HSE Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the coordination, tracking, and compliance of the company's safety programs and providing direct support to the Regional Safety Professionals across multiple business units within the Railworks enterprise.
This role is integral to continuously improving the safety culture and ensuring that HSE standards are consistently met.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties • Interface across a matrixed organization, coordinating with various departments, business units, and companies to ensure seamless safety program implementation and adherence to policies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety and environmental systems, policies, and procedures in line with industry standards and company goals, recommending technical adjustments when needed.
• Develop and lead cross-functional initiatives and integrate processes into daily operations to ensure the long-term success of a continuously improving safety culture.
• Drive consistent safety messaging and campaigns, ensuring effective communication with a decentralized, mobile workforce.
• Interpret new and existing local, state, and federal safety regulations, ensuring actions are taken to maintain compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies and company requirements.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret safety data, identifying trends and potential areas for improvement.
• Assist with managing and tracking safety training programs, ensuring timely completion and effectiveness across all departments, and assist with the creation of educational materials to enhance workforce knowledge and compliance.
• Oversee incident reporting to ensure accurate documentation including effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Perform audits of employee testing information and safety documentation, ensuring compliance with company policies, drug & alcohol regulations, and client prequalification platforms (e.g., ISNetworld, Avetta).
• Enter and maintain safety-related data from multiple sources into centralized databases, including JD Edwards and Success Factors, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all safety data, records, and employee information as required by company policies and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the continuous improvement of safety programs and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
Required Skills and Qualifications • Minimum 3-5 years in a safety coordinator or related EHS role.
• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety & health or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, safety management systems, and industry best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to lead investigations, develop corrective actions, and manage complex projects.
• Experience with data entry systems such as JD Edwards, Success Factors, ISNetworld, Avetta, and other safety management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to evolving safety regulations and maintain compliance across diverse operations.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Regular interaction with various teams across the company, including field operations, safety, and management.
• Works primarily in an office environment.
• Frequently sits for long periods of time.
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard.
• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending.
• Occasional travel for internal audits, inspections, and assisting with training sessions.
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.
There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
RailWorks is North America's leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S.
and Canada.
We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environme nt that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity.
We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.
RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue suc RailWorks Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.