Safety Specialist

About the Position

Groome Industrial Service Group is seeking an EHS Specialist. The position requires someone who is motivated, creative, compassionate, knowledgeable, and respectful. The EHS Specialist must be able to frequently work without direct supervision and collaborate with management, operations staff, administrative personnel, customers, government representatives, and contractor staff. The role includes mentoring workers in the field in a cooperative and supportive manner.

Benefits

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority 24/7/365
• Competitive salary range of $95,000 to $105,000 per year based on experience
• Paid time off and comprehensive health benefits after 60 days of full-time employment
• 401(k) with company matching after eligibility period
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Positive and safe work environments

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and reinforce safety culture in the workplace
• Build relationships that inspire cooperative safety efforts
• Conduct safety meetings
• Inspect job sites to audit and mentor compliance with the EHS program
• Prepare new hires for workplace entry
• Conduct and coordinate EHS training and maintain training records
• Ensure compliance with government, customer, and company regulations
• Evaluate EHS program effectiveness and recommend improvements
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions
• Stay current on EHS trends, OSHA standards, ATF regulations, and regulatory changes
• Draft project-specific JHAs and HASPs
• Assist Risk Management and Compliance with related tasks
• Leverage new technology where possible
• Perform other EHS-related duties as necessary

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Clean MVR
• Minimum 3 years of full-time EHS experience in the Construction Industry
• Ability to work remotely and travel domestically and internationally
• Current TWIC, Driver’s License, and Passport (or ability to obtain within 3 months)
• Professional EHS certifications preferred (CHST, OHST, CSHO, CSSP, CSP, ASP)
• Practical experience with adult learning teaching practices
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and adaptability to new technology

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs frequently
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
• Ability to wear full-face APR respirator
• Ability to drive a company vehicle
• Ability to operate mobile equipment (e.g., MAWP, forklift) or obtain certifications within 3 months
• Experience with heavy equipment operations and bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer. E.O.E./M/F/Disability/Veteran.