Safety Coordinator

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Safety Coordinator to join the Employee Experience division. At OUC, we don't just work - we're building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support our Commission's mission of preventing workplace incidents, promoting safe behavior, and ensuring regulatory compliance across all departments. This role plays a critical part in cultivating a safe working environment by delivering safety training, conducting thorough inspections and audits, and partnering with employees and management to identify and mitigate risks.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida, committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community. OUC's mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable, reliable services and solutions.

OUC's mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable, reliable services and solutions. to learn more about what we do.

What You Will Do:

• Facilitate and support safety training programs with visual tools and hands-on demonstrations for compliance and risk prevention.
• Lead accident investigations and produce clear, comprehensive incident reports.
• Conduct field audits, job task evaluations, and annual facility inspections to identify safety gaps and recommend improvements.
• Participate in emergency preparedness activities, including training, drills, and incident response.
• Serve as a safety liaison between departments and incident command units during emergencies.
• Review and improve safety-related procedures, policies, and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of safety training, inspections, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Organize and conduct department safety meetings and prepare debrief reports.
• Provide guidance to management and staff on achieving cost-effective, safe operations.

The ideal candidate will have:

• High School or GED (required)
• Minimum of six (6) years of work experience in a safety role in a military, public safety, utility, construction, manufacturing, or directly related industry (required). Advanced education in a related field may be substituted for experience requirements on a 1:1 basis.
• Associate's Degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Emergency Management, Science, Business Administration, Engineering, or directly related field from an accredited college or university (preferred).
• A strong understanding of OSHA regulations and other relevant federal, state, and local safety standards.
• Proven ability to identify safety risks and violations, analyze data, and produce actionable reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise safety tracking systems.
• Experience in developing and leading safety training sessions and emergency drills.
• Safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid/CPR, etc.) are highly desirable.
• Valid Driver's License

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes to cite a few:

• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• OUC's Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
• Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas
• Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
• Free downtown parking

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Salary Range: $37.30 - $46.63 per hour- commensurate with experience (estimated $77,584.00 - $96,990.40 annually)

LOCATION:
Pershing: 6003 Pershing Ave. Orlando, FL 32822

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