Safety Specialist

Job Title: Safety Specialist

Duration: 3 Months

Location: Albuquerque, NM 87120

Training Schedule:

Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Shift Schedule:

Wednesday - Saturday | 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM

(Additional days and overtime may be required)

OT: Up to 10 hours

Note: Candidates with EMT or NREMT certifications are highly preferred

Job Description:

The Safety Specialist will support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) operations by identifying compliance risks, conducting audits, facilitating investigations, and promoting a strong safety culture across the site. Candidates with EMT or NREMT certifications are highly preferred, as the site may utilize them in a dual-role capacity to assist with first aid support when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and inform management of compliance issues, risks, and improvement opportunities through weekly and monthly audits

Facilitate incident and investigation processes

Maintain required documentation to comply with client policies and regulatory requirements

Enter and maintain information in internal databases promptly and accurately

Conduct safety observations and audits

Train and assist Area Managers and team members on safety procedures, audits, and compliance requirements

Perform safety training sessions as required by management

Support fire prevention, hazardous waste management, and other safety-related activities as assigned

Participate in process improvement initiatives and manage corrective actions to completion

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year of experience in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field or Bachelor's degree in a related field

Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910

Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional environment

Ability to maintain confidentiality involving workplace security and personnel matters

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact at all organizational levels

Calm demeanor and good judgment in high-pressure situations

Flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed

Reliable, team-oriented, and detail-focused

Preferred Qualifications:

EMT or NREMT Certification preferred

Current BLS Certification

Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field

Experience leading or managing teams

Experience conducting job hazard analyses and reviewing accident data/process risks

Workers' Compensation and case management experience

Experience in healthcare, warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial settings

Passion for workplace safety and continuous improvement

Strong coaching, teamwork, analytical, and customer service skills

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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $30.00/hr.