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Safety Specialist

Wallops Island, VAOn-siteFull-time

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Safety Specialist administers and enforces safety programs in NAVOSH/OSHA contexts, conducts safety inspections, analyzes hazards, and supports emergency preparedness for industrial or construction environments.

About this role

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a Safety Specialist to support safety and occupational health programs. This role is responsible for administering, monitoring, and enforcing safety programs and procedures in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), Navy Occupational Safety and Health (NAVOSH), and OPNAV. The ideal candidate will have experience in an industrial or construction environment and strong knowledge of OSHA and Navy safety standards, risk identification, and incident reporting.
This is a full-time, onsite position located at the Surface Combat Systems Center (SCSC) in Wallops Island, VA.

Job Description:

  • Administer and monitor safety programs, policies, and procedures in compliance with NAVOSH, OPNAV, OSHA, and applicable OSH requirements
  • Conduct safety inspections of facilities, equipment, and operations to identify unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions
  • Observe processes to identify hazards, assess risk, and recommend mitigation measures
  • Draft requirements for safety-related repairs or redesign, including review of plans, specifications, and processes for compliance
  • Collect, analyze, and report data related to safety incidents and accidents in accordance with regulatory and contract requirements
  • Support fire prevention, hazardous waste management, emergency preparedness, and disaster or crisis response activities
  • Provide technical safety support to program, facilities, and operations personnel
  • Qualifications and Skills:

  • Certifications in OSHA 500, OSHA 501, National Safety Council Advanced Safety Certificate, or OSHA 30
  • 2+ years of experience in an industrial plant, industrial facility, or commercial construction environment
  • Experience observing work processes, analyzing safety risks, and reporting safety incidents
  • Experience inspecting safety equipment for compliance and effectiveness
  • Working knowledge of OSHA and Navy Occupational Safety and Health (NAVOSH) regulations and policies, including Hazard Communication, Electrical Safety/Lockout Tagout, Fall Protection/Working at Heights, Hazard Abatement, Safety Inspections, and Weight and Material Handling Safety
  • Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
  • Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations
  • Skills

    Data Analysis Of Safety IncidentsD Ata Collection And ReportingDisaster/crisis ResponseElectrical Safety/Lockout TagoutEmergency PreparednessFall Protection/Working At HeightsFire PreventionHazard AbatementHazard CommunicationHazard IdentificationIncident ReportingNational Safety Council Advanced Safety CertificateOSHA 30OSHA 500OSHA 501Safety InspectionsWeight And Material Handling Safety

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