Safety Specialist
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Overview
Job Description
Job Summary: The Safety Specialist supports the organization’s health and safety efforts by identifying hazards, conducting inspections, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a safe work environment. This role works closely with management and employees to prevent accidents, reduce workplace risks, and maintain safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular workplace inspections and safety audits
- Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions
- Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety regulations
- Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses
- Prepare incident reports and recommend preventive measures
- Lead safety training sessions and educate employees on best practices
- Monitor use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Maintain safety records, logs, and compliance documentation
- Assist in emergency preparedness planning and response drills
- Collaborate with supervisors and departments to improve safety culture
- Track safety performance metrics and suggest improvements
- Monthly collection of storm water and reporting to plan
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or related field preferred
- Previous experience in workplace safety, risk management, or compliance
- Knowledge of OSHA standards and safety regulations
- Strong investigation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and training abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Risk assessment and hazard recognition
- Report writing and documentation
- Training and presentation skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management and organization
Work Environment
- May work in offices, warehouses, manufacturing plants, or field environments
- Requires walking plant sites, conducting inspections, and occasionally lifting safety equipment
- Require use of PPE in the workplace
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