Safety Coordinator (ESH)

Safety Coordinator (ESH)

Santa Ana, San José

Ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff by implementing, coordinating, and monitoring comprehensive health, safety, and emergency response policies and practices. This position plays a critical role in promoting a transparent, informed, and continuously improving culture of safety within a multicultural residential educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Institutional Safety Management

• Lead and coordinate the Safety Committee, fostering proactive and collaborative safety initiatives.

• Define annual safety goals with the Deputy Head and present quarterly and annual progress reports.

• Conduct internal and external safety assessments to identify risks and improvement areas.

• Evaluate risks for new activities proposed within the College environment and coordinate corrective actions for incidents.

• Develop and implement the College Safety Plan in alignment with institutional health and safety regulations.

• Patrol the College grounds to ensure adherence to policies, deter loitering, and minimize damage or theft.

Occupational Health

• Administer and oversee the Occupational Health Office and Commission.

• Ensure legal compliance by verifying workplace conditions and documentation related to health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Validate workplace risk assessments and implement preventive and corrective measures.

• Coordinate with external consultants and HR to implement occupational risk prevention and ergonomics programs.

Emergency Planning and Management

• Ensure the development and execution of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan, the Occupational Health Plan, and the Waste Management Plan.

• Supervise the Emergency Brigade and lead periodic drills and inspections of emergency equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, first aid kits).

• Provide ongoing health, safety, and environmental training for staff.

Health Promotion and Safety Culture

• Promote a culture of safety through training, awareness sessions, and open dialogue with staff and students.

• Collaborate with the Educational Director and other departments to integrate safety practices into campus activities.

• Facilitate effective communication between the College and families on safety-related matters.

Job Requirements

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety Engineering, or a related field.

• Certifications or training in:

  • First Aid

  • Fire prevention and basic fire extinguisher use

  • Risk management

  • Adventure tourism (preferred)

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety, occupational health, or risk prevention roles.

Languages

• Advanced proficiency English (B2+ or higher).

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in residential educational institutions, hospitality, or tourism.

• Familiarity with environmental and sustainability programs.

• Ability to work collaboratively with government entities, suppliers, community members, and external consultants.