Job Summary: The Safety Lead is responsible for ensuring compliance with Barnhart and customer’s site safety standards and driving a culture of safety excellence. This role oversees on-site safety audits, validates critical documentation, and leverages data insights to improve safety performance. The Safety Lead partners with site leadership and contractors to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and recognize top-performing teams. Acting as the primary safety resource on-site, this position plays a key role in maintaining operational integrity and protecting personnel.
Responsibilities:
- Site Safety Leadership
- Serve as the primary safety point of contact for field operations in the Memphis branch’s area of responsibility.
- Ensure compliance with customer safety standards, OSHA regulations, and company policies.
- Actively engage with crews during daily operations to reinforce safe work practices.
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Conduct regular audits of safety documentation in IFS, including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), job tickets, and job observations.
- Review maintenance and operational records for alignment with safety protocols.
- Analyze safety trends and identify coaching opportunities through monthly data reviews
- Process Validation
- Lead and document monthly safety audits.
- Validate completeness and accuracy of all safety-related documentation in IFS.
- Ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly and effectively.
- Reporting & Communication
- Prepare and present monthly safety performance reports, highlighting trends, improvement areas, and success stories.
- Facilitate safety meetings with site leadership and contractors to review findings and recommendations.
- Communicate proactively with branch and corporate safety teams to align on goals and compliance requirements.
- Tools & Systems
- Utilize IFS and Microsoft Excel for advanced data analysis (pivot tables, filtering, trend identification).
- Develop customized reports and presentations to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial safety leadership, preferably in crane and rigging or industrial/heavy construction setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), including driver qualification requirements, hours-of-service compliance, vehicle inspection and maintenance standards, record keeping, and transportation safety regulations with the ability to implement, audit, and enforce compliance programs across operations.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, process safety management, and contractor safety programs.
- Proven ability to audit safety programs and drive compliance in a field-based setting.
- Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in IFS and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence across multiple levels.
- Ability to work on-site at the Memphis facility (no remote work).
- Willingness to travel regionally up to 25% as needed.
- Must pass pre-employment fit-for-duty and drug screening.
Compensation and Benefits:
- 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay
- Family medical, dental and vision insurance available after 90 days
- Paid time off and other benefits
- Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities
PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.
MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.
NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest network of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.
CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture - the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.
EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran