Safety Specialist

Groome Industrial Service Group•Redfield, AR

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About The Position

Groome Industrial Service Group is seeking an EHS Specialist who is motivated, creative, compassionate, knowledgeable, and respectful. The position requires frequent work without direct supervision and collaboration with company management, operations staff, administrative personnel, customers, government representatives, and contractor staff. The specialist will mentor field workers through cooperation and guidance. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Redfield, Arkansas, with required travel across the United States and internationally as needed. The role may require responding to operational issues outside normal business hours.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
At least 3 years of direct, full-time EHS experience in the construction industry.
Ability to work remotely and willingness to travel across the United States and internationally as required.
Current TWIC, driver's license, and passport, or ability to obtain a TWIC and passport within the first 3 months of employment.
Practical experience with adult learning teaching practices.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to address complex matters effectively.
Organized and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team.
Competence in Microsoft Office and ability to adapt to changing technology.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs frequently.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
Ability to wear a full-face APR respirator.
Ability to drive a company vehicle.
Ability to operate mobile equipment such as MAWPs and forklifts, or ability to obtain certifications within the first 3 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Professional EHS certifications, such as OSHA 510.
Construction industry experience in specialty trades and electrical power generation.
Experience with heavy equipment operations.
English/Spanish bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Develop and reinforce the workplace safety culture.
Build relationships that inspire cooperative safety efforts.
Conduct safety meetings.
Frequently inspect job sites to audit and mentor worker compliance with the EHS program.
Prepare new hires for entry to the workplace.
Conduct or coordinate EHS training for workers and maintain training records.
Ensure compliance with applicable government, customer, and company regulations.
Evaluate the EHS program and its effectiveness, and suggest improvements.
Perform root cause analyses of incidents and suggest corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Keep current on EHS trends, OSHA standards, ATF regulations, and other applicable regulatory changes through continuing education and peer networking.
Draft project-specific JHAs and HASPs.
Assist Risk Management with information gathering and other tasks.
Assist the Compliance department with administration of Third-Party Administrators for Contractor Compliance.
Leverage new technology when possible.
Perform other EHS-related duties as necessary.