Occup Safety Spec Sr

BAE Systems•Radford, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Occupational Safety Specialist to support at its site in Radford, Virginia. In this role, the Senior Safety Specialist supports the site's Safety programs. This position supports 100% on site.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in a Safety related discipline with four (4) years of related experience, or the overall equivalent experience.
Well versed in safety regulations, particularly OSHA.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to effectively disseminate information to a diverse population of employees.
Computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite.
Able to support on-site, "boots on the ground."

Nice To Haves

Prefer CSP.
Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment a plus!

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
Works hand-in-hand with the operating units and maintenance to achieve 100% compliance.
Pro-actively identifies safety issues.
Strives to minimize recordable injury rates by closely working with the SHE department and the entire Radford site.
Works with a variety of safety related programs (LO/TO, Confined Space, hotwork, electrical, guarding, walking surfaces, risk assessment, DoD Regs for ARMY Contractors, etc.) and helps disseminate the knowledge to the Radford team.

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental leave
military leave
bereavement leave
any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards