Safety Specialist II
On-siteSparks, Nevada, United States
Job Summary
Lead the development and implementation of HSE policies, perform detailed safety inspections and risk assessments, and develop training programs for employees. Conduct thorough investigations of accidents, incidents, and near-misses to develop preventive measures, while maintaining and analyzing HSE metrics to identify trends. Coordinate emergency response activities and ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address safety concerns. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience, with a preference for ASP/GSP certifications and knowledge of ISO 45001. The position involves physical inspections, potential travel, and working in diverse environments including manufacturing and outdoor settings.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- 2+ years of experience in a related field
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local HSE regulations
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Knowledgeable with a variety of occupational health & safety standards, EPA, OSHA, and NFPA regulations
- Demonstrated ability to conduct a job hazard analysis, site audits, and incident root cause analysis
- Fluency with data capture, data analytics, spreadsheets, and presentation
- Ability to conduct safety inspections and audits, which may involve walking, climbing, and standing for extended periods
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs regularly
- Ability to travel as required
- U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce
Desired Qualifications
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) and/or Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST) certification
- Advanced knowledge of HSE management systems
- Familiarity or direct experience with implementation or maintenance of ISO 45001 certification
- Subject matter expertise/competency or certification in one or more of the following areas: Radiation Safety (officer), Laser Safety (officer), Fall Protection, Lockout/Tagout, Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E), MEWP & PIT program management, Thermography, Hazardous Material Transportation, Lithium-Ion battery safety and storage, First Aid/CPR/AED Trainer, OSHA 500/501, OSHA 510/511
- Master's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
- Experience with DCMA INST 8210
- Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry
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