Specialist, SH&E

Pay Band: M Nutrien•Aurora, CO

About The Position

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity. Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

Requirements

High School Diploma required; candidate should be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in Phosphate Mining and Chemical Plants through work experience.
Motivated and capable of obtaining Professional Safety Certifications.
Strong leadership and influence skills with employees and contractors.
Proficient in analytical reading and professional writing.
Effective team collaboration skills.
Proficiency in business computer applications (Microsoft Office, typing, safety-related research).
Ability to assess safety programs and recommend improvements to the Safety Manager.
Capable of developing working knowledge of corporate and site-specific safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Skilled in leading audits and delivering safety training as needed.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree or 2-year Technical Degree preferred.
OSHA and MSHA instructor certifications preferred.
Experience in incident investigations preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide safety expertise in all required safety reviews and meetings (e.g., Tap Roots).
Recommend alternatives or modifications to existing safety systems and offer technical advice to improve safety for all employees and contractors on site.
Accompany and document OSHA/MSHA, insurance, and other formal safety inspections.
Coach employees and contractors to foster a safe work environment by educating personnel on compliance with safety, health, and environmental (SHE) requirements, leading by example, and promoting a positive SHE culture.
Train new employees and contractors, conduct follow-up assessments, and keep experienced personnel informed of safe and efficient work methods.
Deliver site-specific MSHA/OSHA compliance training to employees, contractors, and visitors in accordance with the site’s training plan.
Provide ongoing training on MSHA/OSHA auditing, Nutrien Guidance Documents, Tier Standards, and site/area-specific SOPs and regulations through practical field sessions to ensure understanding and application.
Support technical training programs and implement approved safety practices to promote efficient and safe operations.
Participate in new training alignment initiatives as outlined by Corporate, in coordination with the Training Department.
Reinforce proper work planning and adherence to safe work practices per Nutrien Corporate Policies and Regulations.
Lead Safety Team Leaders meetings and required safety training sessions—develop and distribute meeting topics, follow effectiveness guidelines, set objectives and agendas, and continuously review and improve sessions.
Review safety-related activities for documentation completeness; analyze safety system data streams (e.g., KPIs, incident reports) for continuous improvement; identify trends and corrective actions; track SHE work orders daily and assist with completion as needed.
Provide feedback to personnel on challenges and activity completion.
Apply elements of Process Safety Management (PSM) as best practices to enhance safety systems.
Assist in initial incident investigations and gather information for the ETQ database.
Develop, recommend, and implement changes to safety procedures, including SOPs and site policies.