Safety Specialist

ISLAND ENERGY SERVICES, LLC•Kapolei, HI

23d•$104,000 - $134,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Specialist (SS) position provides general to complex level support in the design, planning and execution of safety, security, and emergency response systems for IES. Incumbent is expected to have proficient knowledge of federal and state safety and health compliance regulations and is responsible for assembling written updates to applicable guidelines, policies, programs and initiatives that support the safety and security of IES personnel, assets and operations. Desired competencies include: accuracy, attention to detail, proficiency in managing relationships and information as it relates to safety, security and emergency management activities. The ideal candidate must be able to establish priorities under tight deadlines and have a proven track record as a motivated, self-starter who can work on multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced environment. Prior experience in public speaking and classroom training is required. Prior relevant experience in the energy and or retail or similar industries is strongly preferred.

Requirements

Three to Five or more years of relevant experience.
High school diploma.
Proven experience understanding and applying safety policies and processes, preferably within an industrial and or retail environment.
Proven experience in multi-tasking of work projects.
Knowledge of OSHA standards and Safe Work Practices.
Experience in developing, delivering, and supporting training programs.
Ability to uphold to strict ethical standards: integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality of sensitive information.
Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills, including editing and proofreading. Must be proficient in power point.
Ability to maintain automated and manual record keeping systems.
Strong sense of team spirit and ability to transfer it to others.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to evaluate information and exercise good judgment in making decisions.
Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information as appropriate.
Interpersonal Skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.
Oral communication—the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills. Ability to provide excellent customer service and customer relations.
Written Communication—the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and can read and interpret written information.
Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
Safety and security—the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
Must pass pre-employment background check including, medical, drug and job-related physical abilities testing as required.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) within sixty days of hire.
This is a safety sensitive position and random drug testing is required.
Valid driver’s license with clean abstract.
Willingness to devote the time as needed to meet packet and task deadlines.
Willingness to maintain or increase skills.
Willing to support a 24/7 operation.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in relevant field, preferred.
Knowledge of retail, construction, and fuel storage facilities and applicable hazards.
Willingness to commit to The Island Way (IES core values of): Kīnā’ole, Aloha, Lōkahi and Ho’ohana.

Responsibilities

Supports the SSEM Team with driving the safety culture to align with the four B’s – Believe, Behave, Belong, Become, and ultimately, towards an incident-free workplace.
Support the safety management systems such as safe work practices, contractor safety, training, assessments, and continuous improvement processes. Additional processes that are supported include management of change, process hazards reviews, incident investigations.
Manages radio communication system, gas detection equipment, and safety data sheet database.
Assists with industrial hygiene monitoring.
Assists with managing the emergency response systems, including plans, programs, and policies. This includes development, implementation, training, assessment, and continuous improvement of system elements.
Builds relationships with municipal fire departments and other company partners.
Supports the SSEM team with spill drill coordination.
Helps coordinate emergency response teams.
Works with the SSEM Team to ensure compliance with the Maritime Transportation Security Act requirements.
Partners with Retail Operations leadership to promote safe operations across IES retail locations through site assessments, training, incident management, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Provides guidance on customer, employee, contractor, and fuel-handling safety, including emergency response, spill prevention, construction activities, and facility projects.
Works effectively with coworkers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive, positive manner; listening to and objectively considering ideas and suggestions from others; keeping commitments; keeping others informed of work progress and issues; addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical solutions; and respecting the diversity of the IES workforce in actions, words, and deeds.
Performs other duties consistent with the scope of the position.
Maintains commitment to a high standard of compliance with all IES policies and procedures and reports actual and potential concerns as appropriate to management to ensure IES core value of Kīnāʻole, doing the right thing.
Must be able to draft guidelines, processes and procedures and other written documents.
As assigned, lead SSEM special projects across business units of IES.

Benefits

Competitive salary that commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Hiring salary range for this position is $104,000 to $134,000 commensurate with education and experience.
Top-tier comprehensive health and welfare benefits package to include up to full family medical, dental and vision from day one of employment.
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Holidays
401k and generous employer matching
Group life and AD&D coverage
Supplemental voluntary insurance options
Flexible spending
Opportunities for professional development to help you reach your career goals.
Access to tools, mentorship, and resources tailored to elevate your proficiency and contributions.