Regional Safety Advisor
SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401(k) with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.
SMG seeks a Regional Safety Advisor – Construction & General Industry based in Indiana to support clients throughout the Midwest region.
The key function of a Safety Advisor is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change and travel. The Associate in this role will work in both construction and general industry environments.
This position will be based in Indianapolis, IN and will travel to client sites throughout Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Kentucky. Approximately 25% overnight travel is expected based on client needs and project schedules.
Additional Information
- SMG full-time, benefitted Associates are eligible for Premium Pay after working 40 billable hours for the week. Premium pay is at a 1.35 multiplier.
- This position will primarily work Monday - Friday, with weekend work when needed. 40 plus hours per week.
- Approximately 25% overnight travel is expected.
- Annual pay/merit review/increase.
Overview of Job Responsibilities
- Support multiple client accounts across Indiana and the surrounding Midwest region in both construction and general industry environments.
- Provide ongoing Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) support to assigned clients.
- Conduct jobsite and facility safety assessments and audits.
- Identify workplace hazards and recommend practical risk reduction solutions.
- Assist clients with OSHA compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Develop, review, and update written safety programs, policies, and procedures.
- Deliver safety training and education to employees and supervisors.
- Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses.
- Support the development and implementation of corrective actions.
- Provide day-to-day safety guidance and technical support.
- Partner with client leadership, supervisors, and employees to understand operational risks.
- Evaluate safety performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Develop recommendations to strengthen safety culture and performance.
- Independently manage multiple client accounts and priorities.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive and professional service.
- Prepare professional reports, assessments, findings, and recommendations.
- Coordinate additional technical resources and subject matter experts when specialized support is needed.
- Travel throughout Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Kentucky to support client operations and projects.
- Participate in overnight travel as required by client needs and project schedules.
- Serve as a trusted safety advisor and resource for client organizations.
- Four plus years of Construction and/or General Industry safety experience
- A degree in safety or related fields is preferred
- CSP, CHST, STS-C, or ASP is preferred but not required
- Experience reviewing and developing safety programs
- Experience providing training and conducting site audits
- First-aid/CPR certification from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association
- OSHA 30-hr Construction
- OSHA 510 preferred
- Bilingual preferred
- Ability to travel regionally, including approximately 25% overnight travel
Physical Demands of the job may include
- Moving about long distances
- Ascending/Descending stairs and ladders
- Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period
- Working in extreme weather
- Being exposed to loud noises
- Wearing personal protective gear correctly
Join an elite group of Safety Professionals! SMG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.