FM Occupational Health and Safety Specialist

UVA Health

1d•$70,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces and making a real impact? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy working with people? If so, UVA Facilities Management (FM) wants YOU on our Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) team! We’re looking for a dedicated, proactive, and collaborative Safety Specialist to join us. This is your chance to be part of a team that values innovation, continual improvement, and community service.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in related field.
Experience: At least one year of experience in environmental science-related fields. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
A valid driver's license with a zero or positive points balance and at least 2 years of driving history.
Ability to perform duties while wearing required respiratory equipment (must pass required medical exam); must be able to crawl, bend, climb ladders, lift approximately 40 lbs.
Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
Safety Screenings including flu vaccines will be required.
This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in occupational safety and health.
Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety regulations and guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to conduct inspections and identify unsafe work practices or conditions and make recommendations.

Responsibilities

Conduct workplace inspections for safe work environment and report findings.
Continually assist with improving existing safety and health processes, programs, training, and their effective implementation.
Monitor facilities and processes for compliance and interpret and implement applicable occupational health and safety regulations and guidelines as published by OSHA, ANSI, NIOSH, ACGIH, etc.
Develop SOPs as needed to provide procedures for tasks conducted, to include creating spreadsheets for data tracking purposes.
Develop and implement safety trainings under direction of the OHS Manager and in collaboration with the Occupational Training team.
Assist with review and development of safety and health programs for alignment with regulations, standards, and codes.
Maintain current knowledge on existing and pending legislation related to occupational health and safety policies and procedures, and be informed on industry trends and innovations.
Work collaboratively with FM personnel to come up with feasible abatement for health and safety hazards.
Act as a resource during toolbox talks and during and after safety committee meetings.
Attend and participate in health and safety training sessions and education opportunities as required by the OHS Manager.
Track and manage data to support health and safety insights and communicate findings to various FM stakeholders.
Lead and assist with incident investigations to determine causes and identify preventive measures while fostering a positive and supportive approach.