Safety & Risk Specialist

Down to Earth•Maitland, FL

About The Position

The Safety & Risk Specialist develops, implements, and supports safety and risk management programs that protect employees, reduce incidents, and ensure compliance across landscaping operations. The role partners closely with operations, HR, and leadership to promote a culture of safety in a fast-paced, field-based environment. The ideal candidate is proactive and experienced in safety initiatives within labor-intensive or outdoor industries. The position supports safety programs and compliance across locations, conducts jobsite inspections and investigations, assists with workers’ compensation and other claims, delivers training, tracks safety data, and maintains required records. It also serves as a safety resource for field leaders, supervisors, and employees and supports safety accountability and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in safety management, occupational health, risk management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
3–6 years of experience in safety, risk, or compliance roles.
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices.
Experience conducting incident investigations and jobsite safety audits.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and documentation accuracy.
Ability to communicate effectively with field employees and leadership.
Comfort working in outdoor, active jobsite environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety reporting tools.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly between jobsites.
Strong project management skills and ability to execute large-scale initiatives in a matrixed environment.
Strong customer service orientation and collaborative work style.

Nice To Haves

Experience in landscaping, construction, agriculture, or other field-based or labor-intensive industries.
Familiarity with workers’ compensation programs and insurance coordination.
Experience supporting multi-location or multi-state operations.
Safety certifications such as OSHA 30, CSP, ASP, or CHST.
Strong training and presentation skills with a coaching approach.
Analytical mindset and ability to identify safety trends and risk areas.
Ability to influence safety culture and drive behavioral change.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Implement and support company-wide safety and risk management programs across all locations.
Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections, audits, and observations to identify hazards and drive corrective actions.
Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; prepare reports and recommend preventive measures.
Support workers’ compensation claims management, including documentation, root-cause analysis, and follow-up.
Develop and deliver safety training, including onboarding, toolbox talks, and refresher courses.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, industry safety standards, and mandated training requirements.
Track safety metrics, trends, and leading indicators to support continuous improvement.
Maintain safety documentation, certifications, training records, compliance logs, and other required safety records.
Serve as a safety resource for field leaders, supervisors, and employees.
Partner with operations and HR to support disciplinary actions, coaching, and safety accountability.
Participate in tracking and reporting new-hire training, hiring and monitoring drivers, and OSHA, workers’ compensation, auto, and general liability claims.
Participate in tracking and reporting safety audits.
Promote safety awareness through written programs and safety-related activities.
Support personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety policies and procedures.
Perform other tasks as assigned.