Safety Specialist

LS GreenLink is building a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to produce high-voltage submarine power cables in Chesapeake, VA . These cables are integral to the global supply chain for offshore wind farms and designed to optimize bulk clean-power transmission. This operation will generate a variety of professional and production positions and help bring advanced manufacturing capabilities to support the clean technology industry in Virginia ... and you can be a part of it!

We are currently seeking a Safety Specialist , who will be responsible for evaluation and administration of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies, and initiatives to minimize risks associated with environmental, health & safety issues while ensuring compliance with OSHA, VOSH, and relevant legal requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Good understanding of each stage of factory construction and capability for process-specific safety management

Review and verify the safety plans and implementation status of Contractors throughout the construction process

Review and approval of daily work plans of Contractors and manage SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations)

Collect and manage safety and health feedback from Contractors

Conduct joint site inspections with Contractor managers and verify corrective actions for deficiencies

Evaluate Contractors' safety performance (accident rate, training participation rate, number of violations, etc., as per KPIs)

Implement necessary measures for repeated violations, such as warnings, stop work or removal

Evaluate working conditions to identify unsafe situations or equipment

Oversee operations, ensuring all workers including contractors fully understand safety legal requirement and that they do not take dangerous actions

Assist contractors in investigating accidents to identify the causes and determine actions to prevent similar accidents in the future

Develop emergency preparedness plans and create employee resources to direct workers in potentially dangerous situations, and review Contractors' emergency plans while establishing communication systems

Assist TF for Factory Construction with managing internal and external relationships (e.g., government agency, consultants, insurers, brokerage, and legal) as necessary

Conduct periodic HSE patrols, prepare HSE reports, and perform internal reporting.

Maintains and publishes safety KPIs weekly and accumulatively

Stays current regarding applicable safety and environmental regulations, practices, tools, and processes and communicates changes throughout the organization

Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor

The following duties may be added once the factory construction is completed (expected by the end of 2027) and production begins

Develop workplace safety and health policies, along with necessary safety standards, criteria, and updates

Develop and conduct safety education programs for all employees

Implement employee health promotion programs

Obtain and maintain international safety management certifications

Respond to customer HSE audits

Education and Experience Requirements :

Must have a bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety or a related field, with at least 3 years of equivalent safety working experience in construction for manufacturing complexes, manufacturing facilities since obtaining the accredited qualification

BCSP certification preferred

Compliance experience in the industry

Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations

CPR / First Aid certification a plus

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Authorization to work in the US

Skills and Abilities Required :

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate with others both verbally and in writing

Understanding of legal health and safety guidelines

Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment

Strong problem-solving and motivational skills

Ability to work with various teams in a rapidly changing environment

Excellent document and report writing skills

Physical Requirements :

Be independently mobile

Must be able to sit for an extended period of time

Must be able to push or pull up to 50 lbs. with assistance

Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection

Mainly work at construction sites and must wear appropriate safety gear

PandoLogic. Category : Healthcare, Keywords : Occupational Health Specialist, Location : Portsmouth, VA-23705