Safety Inspector
Purpose:
Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a Safety Inspector who will serve as a trusted partner to our workforce, promoting an initiative-taking and supportive safety culture. This role is critical to helping our tradespeople work safely through consistent engagement, education, and thoughtful guidance.
The position is located onsite in Norfolk, VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations. Position may require limited travel.
Job Description:
- Conducts daily, periodic, and monthly inspections of vessels, buildings, and facility to collaboratively promote best practices, encourage safe behaviors, identify and mitigate hazards.
- Complete constructive daily EHS reports that identify discrepancies, highlight areas for improvement, and recognize positive safety efforts, delivering results via email along with recommended corrective actions to mitigate and resolve any issues.
- Performs administrative tasks and supports record-keeping functions that contribute to a responsive and well-organized safety program.
- Reinforces company safety policies through coaching and support, aligned with our safety manual and regulatory standards.
- Observes trades at work, offering guidance and real-time solutions to promote compliance and enhance worker protection.
- Supports the workforce by ensuring the appropriate selection and use of personal protective equipment-ensuring trades are equipped, protected, and confident in their tools.
- Inspects equipment, tools, and workspaces; works collaboratively to address deficiencies and remove unsafe items, when necessary, while ensuring continuity of operations.
- Be informed of current legislation and evolving safety standards to ensure compliance and being well-prepared.
- Provides onboarding and ongoing safety training, promoting continuous learning and awareness among employees and leadership.
- Instructs workers in the proper use of safety gear and safe work techniques in a supportive and educational manner.
- Listens and responds thoughtfully to instructions, concerns, and safety-related inquiries from teams and leadership alike.
- Wears required PPE consistently, setting an example of commitment to personnel.
- Maintains a professional, calm, and encouraging presence that supports a positive work environment and promotes safe behaviors.
- Works independently while maintaining strong connections and communication with team members across departments.
- Maintains dependable and regular attendance to be a reliable presence and within the team.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed to support ongoing operations and emergent safety needs.
- Performs other duties as assigned in support of team and organizational goals.
Qualifications:
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least three (3) years of experience in Safety (Construction, Gen Industry or Maritime).
- Must have demonstrated knowledge of federal safety regulations and job safety analysis.
- Must have experience with behavior-based safety and positive safety reinforcement strategies.
- Must have experience in maritime operations.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly explain safety information and partner effectively with various departments.
- Must have people skills that foster collaboration, respect, and team building across all levels of the workforce.
- Must be familiar with maritime safety regulations including OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, ANSI, EPA, and local/state rules.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license with a driving record that permits operation of company vehicles.
- Must be able to obtain a DBIDS and TWIC card to access government facilities.
Desired Qualifications:
- OSHA 521 (OSHA Guide to Industrial Hygiene)
- OSHA 3095 (Electrical Standards)
- OSHA 3115 (Fall Protection)
- OSHA 5410 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Maritime Industry)
- Shipyard Competent Person Certification from Certified Marine Chemist
- HAZWOPER Certification
- DOT Hazard Certification
- First Aid, CPR & AED Certifications
Travel Requirements:
- Minimal Travel; 10% or less.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, reach, push, pull, stoop, crawl, kneel, balance, lift, and carry tools or equipment as needed.
- Work may involve extended periods in both sedentary (office) and physically active (industrial) environments, including standing or walking up to 30% of the time.
- Must be able to tolerate noise, heat, dust, and other environmental conditions typical of a shipyard or industrial setting.
- Requires specific vision capabilities such as close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Frequent use of a computer, and regular movement throughout shipyard areas and aboard vessels.
- Must be able to safely navigate stairs, ladders, and tight spaces as part of regular job duties.
Respect, Pride, Truth, Family - These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.
Colonna's Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Additionally, Colonna's Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). |
Colonna's Shipyard
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
Apr 14, 2025 