Safety Advisor – Construction, Oil & Gas | Tarpon Specialty Services | Corpus Christi, TX

Keep crews safe and projects moving on active construction and oil & gas sites across the Corpus Christi area. If you've got field experience, sharp instincts, and the drive to build a real safety culture — we want to hear from you.

Position Overview

Tarpon Specialty Services is seeking an experienced Safety Advisor to support active jobsites in the Corpus Christi area. This is a field-first role — you'll be on-site, working alongside crews, identifying hazards, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and client safety requirements. This position is for someone who leads by presence, not paperwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site safety inspections and hazard assessments on active construction and/or oil & gas facilities

• Enforce OSHA standards, company safety policies, and client-specific HSE requirements

• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety orientations, and on-site training sessions

• Investigate incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions — document findings and corrective actions

• Coordinate with site supervisors and project management to address safety gaps in real time

• Maintain accurate safety records, inspection logs, and compliance documentation

• Support emergency response planning and drills

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of safety experience in construction, oil & gas, or industrial environments

• Must be available and willing to work 50+ hours per week

• Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 standards

• First Aid / CPR certification preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a strong plus

• OSHA 30 certification preferred

• Ability to work in outdoor, industrial environments in all weather conditions

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills — comfortable engaging craft workers and site leadership alike

Compensation & Schedule

Competitive pay based on experience. This is a field-based role supporting projects in the Corpus Christi, TX area. Schedule will reflect active project demands — 50+ hours per week expected.

About Tarpon Specialty Services

Tarpon Specialty Services is a Gulf Coast-based skilled trades staffing firm supporting large-scale industrial, construction, and energy projects across Texas and beyond. We connect experienced craft professionals and safety personnel with Tier-1 contractors and owners who demand quality and reliability.

Tarpon Specialty Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.