Safety Supervisor

Company Description

Quanta Telecommunication Solutions (QTS), part of the Quanta Services family, delivers end‑to‑end solutions across the full lifecycle of telecommunication projects, including design, installation, operation, testing, and maintenance. QTS is recognized for its commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, providing world‑class telecommunications infrastructure throughout North America. QTS emphasizes strong professional partnerships with clients, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and internal operating units to drive safe, efficient, and compliant project execution.

Role Description

This full‑time, on‑site Safety Supervisor role is based in West Louisiana. The Safety Supervisor is responsible for leading and executing health, safety, and environmental initiatives that ensure regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and workforce protection. The role partners closely with field leadership, project managers, operations teams, clients, and subcontractors to embed safety into daily work activities. Responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, investigating incidents and near misses, implementing and sustaining EHS programs, delivering safety and compliance training, and reinforcing a strong safety culture through proactive engagement.

This position also supports the implementation of STKY (Stuff That Kills You) communications and the Capacity Model, focusing on building systems and behaviors that allow work to fail safely when conditions change.

*Travel is approximately 75% of this job.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in occupational health, safety, and environmental (HSE/EHS) practices
• Proven experience managing and implementing EHS programs within construction, utility, or telecommunications environments
• Strong skills in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action development
• Expertise in conducting safety inspections, audits, and regulatory compliance reviews
• Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with field crews, leadership, clients, and regulatory bodies
• Experience delivering safety training, toolbox talks, STKY communications, and leadership coaching
• Knowledge and application of capacity‑based safety models and fail‑safe system design

Certifications & Credentials (Required or Preferred)

• OSHA certifications (OSHA 30‑Hour Construction required; OSHA Trainer preferred)
• CPR / First Aid / AED Instructor or Trainer certification preferred
• Additional safety or health certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IHS, or equivalent) considered a plus

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Core Competencies

• Safety leadership and workforce engagement
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Regulatory compliance and audit readiness
• Data‑driven decision making and trend analysis
• Building a proactive, learning‑based safety culture
• Aligning operational execution with STKY principles and capacity‑to‑fail‑safely frameworks

Development & Career Growth Opportunity

Candidates who have not yet obtained all required certifications or completed a formal degree are still encouraged to apply. QTS values motivated professionals who demonstrate strong safety leadership, accountability, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Individuals who are actively pursuing, or willing to earn, relevant certifications and education, including BCSP credentials, OSHA certifications, CPR/First Aid training, and formal safety education, will be supported and considered for the role based on demonstrated capability, performance, and alignment with our safety culture.