Safety Specialist Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

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As the Safety Specialist, you will establish and reinforce a culture of health and safety that prevents accidents and injuries within the work place, as well as ensure that all corrective measures are implemented when required. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

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1 year of related health and safety experience
Experience preparing and presenting safety reports to executive management
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to clearly communicate guidelines to a multidisciplinary workforce
- Demonstrated supervisory skills, especially leading and motivating others to implement new processes
- Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to multitask and strong attention to detail

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The Safety Specialist serves a critical role in managing the day-to-day operations of solid waste collection services in support of the Department of Sanitation’s integrated solid waste management program. The Safety Specialist is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and maintaining a safety management system within the Department of Sanitation.

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Possession of a bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
At least three years of progressively responsible experience in corporate or public safety management functions; or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Experience and knowledge of policies and procedures pertaining to solid waste collection is desirable.

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The Safety Specialist is responsible for the implementation of mine site safety processes and implements corporate safety initiatives and training. The Safety Specialist ensures that mine operations are in overall compliance with Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) statutes and corporate standards by educating mine employees on health and safety issues and reviewing Mine processes. In addition, the Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring that Safety Department actions are based on sound business, safety, and environmental goals.

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Contributes to the overall health, safety, and work environment of the Safety Department.
Implements and educates mine employees on the current requirements of any corporate safety programs.
Ensures health and safety work is carried out in compliance with health and safety regulations and licenses.
- Directs and conducts health and safety event reporting and investigation as needed.
- Manage training materials for use in the mining operations.
- Perform related work as required.

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Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent experience in the mining Health & Safety field.
- Experience in mining methods and equipment a must.
- Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
- Associate Safety & Health Manager (ASHM) preferred.

Job summary 4

We are currently looking for a service-minded and experienced Safety Specialist for our company. If you have a passion for promoting a positive safety culture and a knowledge of job site safety requirements coupled with an interest in contributing directly to the bottom line of a multi-billion dollar organization, this may be the position for you!

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The Safety Specialist will coordinate and implement the field safety program for routine construction projects. This position will be responsible for conducting safety inspections, identifying and documenting abatement of hazardous conditions and writing reports.

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We are looking for an experienced Safety Specialist who is ready to learn and grow with our company. The Safety Specialist position is dynamic, and is supported by a group of employees, supervisors and managers who have participated in successful safety and health programs. The successful Safety Specialist candidate will advise management on safety and health regulations and will develop action options for the protection of employees, contractors, and the nearby community. The Safety Specialist reports directly to the Director of Plant Operations and is supported by facility managers and supervisors. The successful candidate for this position must be familiar with federal and state regulations including OSHA, NDEP CAPP, Homeland Security, and local fire prevention standards.

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The Safety Specialist will provide occupational health and safety support to the site to ensure first and foremost that we are keeping our team members safe. Additionally, this leader will be work closely with the business to drive implementation of programs to ensure all federal, state, and local health & safety regulatory and Company management system requirements are met. The successful candidate must be a proven leader, facilitator, and coach to bring focus, efficiency, and accelerate our occupational health and safety program execution.

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Evaluate and update safety programs, policies, procedures, and practices to reduce/eliminate safety risks and occupational hazards, and all activities meet regulatory requirements
Demonstrate knowledge of processes, equipment and work practices to recognize potential hazards and provide appropriate hazard mitigation and worker protection.
Develop, deliver, and assess effectiveness of safety training, metrics/trends, meetings, communication, and culture.
Conduct worker observations and risk assessments of active work activities; provide employees with necessary coaching and motivation; and develop site communication or programs to address deficiencies and advance site safety culture.
- Participate in Safety and Health Management System internal and external audits;
- Assist with accident investigations, determine root cause, and determine and implement safety measures which prevent future incidents
- Serve as owner and technical resource for site safety issues, near miss identification, and reporting.

Requirements & Skills 7

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 6 years Health and Safety experience)
Minimum of 4 years of experience in Safety and Health.
Highly Hazardous/ Chemical Industry Experience

Job summary 8

The Safety Specialist ensures alignment with Corporate Safety objectives and procedures with a goal to achieve continuous improvement for the reduction of work-related injuries/illnesses and related cost reduction strategies at the business unit level. Achieve compliance obligations with applicable safety and health standards with direction from Corporate Safety.

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Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering or related discipline, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of government regulations concerning health, safety & the environment
Demonstrated project management skills.
- Strong service orientation
- Strong interpersonal/communication (verbal and written) skills
- Must be able to work independently, with minimal direction

Job summary 9

The Safety Specialist is a safety sensitive position that is an integral member of the Company industries team, you will have a significant impact on the personal safety, emergency preparedness, and response performance of the facility. You will be responsible for implementing specific programs, leading, and training teams on the best protocols, frequently ensuring safety measures are being performed at the highest level, as well as influencing the site safety culture.

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Complete review and oversight of all new regulatory initiatives, ensuring compliance with existing regulations dealing with safety for the complex.
Collect and assess data on EHS program effectiveness.
- Instruct and consult on high-risk field permitting activities, and serve as subject-matter expert for safety related field activities.
- Conduct meetings and routine safety tours and field safety audits.
- Assess (safety) risk exposure and lead development of appropriate controls.

Requirements & Skills 9

Ability to demonstrate knowledge in health, safety, hygiene, and environmental standards. Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety or in a related field.
- Experience with safety audits and inspections on workplaces and workplace equipment. Ensure that they meet safety policies and identify hazards and risks.
- Knowledge of risk prevention strategies as well as risk assessment and mitigation applications to field activities
- Familiar with conducting incident investigations using interviewing techniques and root cause analysis.

Job summary 10

We are looking for a Safety Specialist.

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Capably and consistently maintain multiple task queues covering different fields of knowledge.
- Investigate and respond to reports of content that may present legal risk to GitHub
- Organize and triage the team’s ticket queue periodically on a daily basis
- Catalog workflow, log noteworthy events, and apply data to improve procedures

Requirements & Skills 10

Excellent organizational, analytical, and written communication skills
Operationally minded, with excellent attention to detail
A strong sense of empathy and the ability to advocate for others
Interest in user-generated content moderation and the policy behind it
Self-starter who works well without direct supervision
Team player with excellent collaboration skills
- Comfortable with ambiguity and making decisions with incomplete or conflicting information
- Tech-savvy, and have no problem learning and becoming proficient in new tools
- 1–3 years of relevant experience

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