Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Geosyntec Consultants•Las Vegas, NV

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Geosyntec is hiring a Health, Safety & Environmental Specialist in Las Vegas, Nevada, or Phoenix, Arizona. Hybrid work options are available. The position is part of Geosyntec’s Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) team and provides HSE compliance support for projects and operational activities. The specialist serves as a subject matter expert, advising project leadership on HSE technical and compliance matters. Geosyntec is an international engineering and consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients in environmental, natural resources, and civil infrastructure work. The company describes its pay and benefits as competitive and notes that it offers well-being programs to support employees and their families.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, science, or a related discipline.
Possess or be working toward Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) accreditation, to be completed within one year of hire.
At least 5 years of full-time HSE experience, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Progressive experience identifying hazards; interpreting and enforcing laws and regulations; interpreting health and safety data; evaluating causes of unsafe work practices; interviewing employees about HSE matters; and writing reports and technical materials.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Nice To Haves

7 years of HSE experience is preferred.
Experience supporting HSE in construction and/or environmental consulting services activities.
Industrial Hygiene experience.
Experience with California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements is strongly preferred.
Health and safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.

Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing, developing, and deploying project-specific HSE plans and related documentation.
Implement HSE program components, procedures, standards, and plans at company and subsidiary facilities, off-site offices, and project sites.
Review and communicate contract specifications and technical safety language for subcontractors on relevant projects.
Support offices in identifying and mitigating HSE hazards and issues related to office activities and conditions, and in meeting applicable local requirements and industry best practices.
Provide on-site technical support for project operations, including site visits and audits, and advise on HSE compliance as a subject matter expert.
Deliver HSE training to meet company, national, local, and external stakeholder requirements, and raise awareness and competency regarding HSE initiatives, performance, and issues.
Support investigations of incidents, injuries, and non-conformances in project and office environments.
Promote office safety and emergency-readiness planning.
Perform or support ergonomic risk assessments and recommend corrective actions to eliminate or reduce risk.
Support the advancement and improvement of corporate HSE programs and initiatives.
Participate in professional societies, conferences, and meetings to support professional development and increase the firm’s visibility to potential clients and recruits.
Perform related work as required or assigned.