Safety Specialist

Kokosing Industrial•Saint Louis, MO

15h

About The Position

The Safety Specialist I provides field support and assists managers, supervisors, and team members in implementing company and client safety and health policies and procedures. The role supports regulatory compliance and continual improvement in the company's overall safety performance, consistent with its Core Values. The position supports safety planning, training, inspections, incident investigations, communications, and coordination with subcontractors and other project personnel. It operates under the guidance of senior safety staff, with opportunities to develop independent judgment and decision-making around safety programs and policies. All experience levels will be considered, with title, responsibilities, and deliverables adjusted to align with the candidate's career trajectory.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Safety and Health, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience; relevant internships, coursework, or certifications are considered.
At least 1 year of experience in safety and health; all experience levels will be considered, with corresponding adjustments to title, responsibilities, and deliverables.
Working knowledge of, or willingness to quickly learn, OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations, other state and federal safety regulations, and company safety policies and procedures.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interface professionally with company and client representatives.
Good organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize tasks with support from senior team members.
Willingness to learn and grow into independent judgment and decision-making regarding safety programs and policies.
Ability to work in a high-production environment, including extended hours and some nights and weekends as needed, and respond effectively under deadlines.
Positive, approachable communication style and ability to build rapport with front-line supervisors and field personnel.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Construction industry experience is a plus.
CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred, or willingness to obtain it.
OSHA 10-Hour certification preferred; OSHA 30-Hour certification is a plus, or willingness to obtain it within a defined period.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing strategies to reduce and eliminate injuries, illness, and other incidents in support of business unit targets and objectives.
Support delivery of safety and health training and education to company personnel.
Assist with pre-job safety planning meetings to identify potential hazards and problems before work begins, and support development of project emergency response plans.
Assist in coordinating safety meetings and training programs to communicate company policies and procedures effectively.
Perform and document safety and health audits, evaluations, inspections, and/or behavioral observations under senior safety staff guidance, and help communicate corrective and preventative actions.
Support investigations of injury, illness, and general liability incidents.
Help develop and distribute routine safety and health correspondence.
Communicate updates to team members about changes to company or regulatory requirements.
Help identify team members who may need additional assistance, training, or support to meet company safety and health requirements.
Support coordination of project safety programs with subcontractors, vendors, and third-party personnel to help ensure adherence to company safety policies and procedures.
Serve as a secondary contact for federal, state, or municipal safety or risk management authorities, including OSHA, when the Company Safety Manager or senior safety staff are unavailable.