Specialist, EHS - Safety

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Job Description:

Cleanpart USA is seeking an experienced and proactive Safety Specialist to lead and support workplace safety initiatives that foster an injury-free culture. This role is responsible for implementing, managing, and continuously improving safety programs that protect employees, customers, contractors, and company assets.

The Safety Specialist will serve as a key resource in regulatory compliance, occupational safety, process safety management, incident investigation, risk assessment, and employee training. The ideal candidate is a collaborative safety professional with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a passion for creating and sustaining a safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Safety Programs

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts and compliance requirements to leadership.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and improve safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Support and monitor the Management of Change (MOC) process.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Prevention

• Conduct hazard assessments and risk analyses to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
• Perform routine safety inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Support the development, review, and maintenance of Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for all applicable job tasks.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to improve workplace safety.

Training & Employee Engagement

• Deliver safety training programs covering topics such as:
  • OSHA compliance
  • Emergency response
  • Hazard communication
  • PPE requirements
  • Safe work practices
  • Environmental stewardship
• Promote a strong safety culture through employee engagement and behavioral safety initiatives.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Investigate incidents, accidents, injuries, and near misses.
• Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure timely reporting and documentation in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate OSHA logs and safety records.

Emergency Preparedness

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures.
• Coordinate emergency drills and preparedness training.
• Support site readiness for emergency situations.

Safety Systems & Documentation

• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS), safety signage, and safety documentation.
• Monitor safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) programs.
• Ensure proper availability, maintenance, and usage of safety-related equipment.

Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Collect, analyze, and report leading and lagging safety indicators.
• Prepare safety performance reports for leadership and regulatory agencies.
• Identify trends and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety performance.
• Champion best practices and innovative safety solutions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Human Resources, and other departments to integrate safety into business processes.
• Support contractor and vendor safety management, including audits and compliance reviews.
• Assist with safety budget planning and resource allocation for EHS initiatives.

Qualifications Required

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in an industrial safety, EHS, or related role.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
• Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and safety management software.

Preferred

• OSHA 30-Hour certification.
• CHST, CSP, HAZWOPER (40-Hour), or other relevant safety certifications.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP/STAR), and Safety Management Systems.
• Understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM) principles.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies.
• Knowledge of Arizona state and Phoenix local safety regulations.
• Experience using DNV or similar EHS software platforms.

The salary range for this position is $95,300 - $119,100.00. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.