Safety Inspector

The Tatitlek Corporation•Blackstone, VA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Inspector is responsible for ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and contract‑specific safety standards across all operations at FASTC compound. This role supports a high‑security, mission‑critical environment and requires deep expertise in industrial safety practices, hazard mitigation, and regulatory reporting. The Safety Inspector plays a key role in developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs that protect personnel, facilities, and equipment.

Requirements

Secret security clearance required or be able to obtain and maintain.
Degree in Environmental Health & Safety or equivalent field; OR current certifications meeting industry standards.
Must possess the following certifications: OSHA 10 & OSHA 30, HAZWOPER 40, EM‑385‑1‑1
Minimum 15 years of experience working in safety roles within major industrial facilities or large‑scale construction environments.
At least 5 years of experience specifically serving as a Safety Inspector or equivalent role.
Strong understanding of OSHA reporting requirements, hazard identification, and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and manage safety programs and departmental processes.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to train personnel and enforce safety standards.
Strong analytical and investigative skills for incident analysis and corrective‑action planning.
Ability to work in a high‑security, fast‑paced operational environment.
Prior experience in the supervision of a workforce responsible for operations, maintenance, and repair of commercial building infrastructure systems.
Must be able to perform duties under adverse weather conditions (extreme cold / heat, etc.).
Must be able to perform on-call duties when scheduled and report to work within one hour of notification.
Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

Responsibilities

Oversee safety compliance for all work activities, ensuring adherence to OSHA regulations, EM‑385‑1‑1 requirements, and site‑specific safety protocols.
Prepare, maintain, and submit required OSHA reports, logs, and documentation.
Conduct routine and unannounced inspections of work areas, equipment, and procedures to identify hazards and verify compliance.
Develop and deliver safety briefings, training sessions, and toolbox talks for personnel and subcontractors.
Create and maintain a comprehensive method statement outlining how the Safety Department is structured, staffed, and managed.
Investigate accidents, near‑misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
Collaborate with supervisors, managers, and technical teams to implement risk‑reduction strategies and safe‑work practices.
Review contractor safety plans, job hazard analyses, and permits to ensure alignment with regulatory and contractual requirements.
Monitor use of PPE, lockout/tagout procedures, confined‑space entry, and other critical safety controls.
Support emergency response planning, drills, and incident management activities.
Maintain accurate safety records, inspection logs, and compliance documentation.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall mission safety.
Support emergency response, continuity of operations, and after‑hours requirements as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support mission success.