Health & Safety Engineer

ASRC Federal•Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal NetCentric is hiring a Health & Safety Engineer to work on site at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This mission-essential position assists the Project Director and Performance Assurance Manager in fostering a safe and healthful workplace. The role requires applying concepts and principles in the management of safety and occupational health programs. The position is split between office and industrial settings, with some outdoor work in areas where industrial hazards are present. It requires travel among CCSFS, KSC, PSFB, and other work sites, including off-base sites. The employee may work flexible shifts, including some weekends infrequently, and must drive between work sites.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with up to three years of related experience, or an associate’s degree in a safety-related field with two to five years of related experience in a full-time safety and health role; equivalent education and experience are applicable.
Ability to identify workplace hazards and determine effective corrective actions.
Knowledge of material handling equipment and practices, including the ability to monitor crane lift operations and detect unsafe acts or noncompliant conditions.
Knowledge of rigging and ability to identify discrepancies with rigging equipment or related documentation.
Proficiency in investigating mishaps and near-miss events, including collecting information at the site, interviewing witnesses, and preparing written reports identifying causes and recurrence-prevention recommendations.
Ability to work well with others and independently.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Current Florida driver’s license.
Ability to travel among CCSFS, KSC, PSFB, and other work sites, including off-base sites.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, stoop, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to tolerate a hot climate when working outdoors and to drive a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an authorized OSHA 30-hour course in construction and/or general industry.

Responsibilities

Maintain and execute a safety and health program compliant with applicable OSHA standards, Space Force instructions, and contract requirements.
Conduct detailed inspections of workplaces, equipment, and tools to identify hazards and noncompliant conditions.
Perform or assist with safety assessments to identify needs for personal protective equipment, training, and medical surveillance.
Develop policies and administrative procedures to mitigate risk and maintain safety awareness.
Prepare and conduct safety and health training presentations and maintain accurate training documentation.
Respond to customer concerns in a timely manner with tact and professionalism.
Investigate mishaps and near misses to identify causes, corrective actions, and opportunities for improvement.
Enter safety and health data into information management systems.
Create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
Foster working relationships with shop personnel, communicate safety and health policies, and address employee concerns.
Keep management informed of trends, inspection results, unsafe conditions, and other indicators of program health.
Monitor hazardous operations and complex crane lifts to ensure adherence to safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.