Safety Specialist jobs in Newport News, VA

Safety Specialist implements, manages and monitors safety programs, policies, and procedures that meet OSHA and other applicable requirements. Evaluates the organization's procedures, facilities and equipment by conducting inspections to identify unsafe conditions and to implement safeguards and solutions. Being a Safety Specialist ensures the organization complies with all current safety regulations and that all employees are aware of safety requirements and are prepared to follow safety procedures. Collects data and reports on all safety and accident events. Additionally, Safety Specialist may have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, resource conservation, or other safety related activities depending on the industry and location. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Safety Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Safety Specialist typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Safety and Occupational Health Specialist
  • The Ascendancy Group
  • Williamsburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Safety and Occupational Health Specialist
    The Ascendancy Group’s Mission
    To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions.
    This position is contingent upon contract award.
    Overview
    This contract provides general warehousing services to include the maintenance and repair of containers, biomedical equipment, and civil engineering equipment (CEE); the production of Deployable Medical Systems (DEPMEDS) at The Navy Expeditionary Medical Support Command (NEMSCOM), Cheatham Annex (CAX), Williamsburg, Virginia.
    Security Requirement:
    • The ability to obtain and maintain a US Government SECRET security clearance is required.
    Roles and Responsibilities:
    • Plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and evaluate a comprehensive Safety and Occupational Health program.
    • Advise the staff on Safety and Occupational Health program management, accident prevention and control; safety education and promotion, accident investigation, reporting and analysis, and on all matters relating to compliance with PL 91-596, Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act).
    • Plan and organize a continuous program involving safety and occupational health for both military and civilian personnel.
    • Assist in evaluating safety program efforts, standards, rules, SOPs, and work techniques.
    • Provide technical assistance and guidance on all work-related problems and matters relating to compliance with wide application of Army and OSHA standards.
    • Monitor work areas and evaluate activities with known safety problems as indicated by a high record of work injuries, or a variety of hazardous operations and environmental conditions.
    • Investigate hazardous conditions, equipment, practices, or equipment to identify and analyze the severity of the hazard involved and develop corrective action.
    • Monitor Safety Improvement/Awareness Programs to evaluate the effectiveness of training.
    • Coordinate problem-solving activities involved in the procurement of required safety equipment, determination of respirator requirements, and industrial hygiene issues with related operational and support program personnel.
    • Conduct safety audits and surveys and submit written reports.
    • Log, track, and analyze accident data for trend and predictive analysis.
    • Develop safety reports, charts, spreadsheets, and other statistical data. Assisting in accident investigation and reporting.
    • Develop and conduct safety training for military/civilian personnel.
    Minimum Requirements:
    • Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
    • Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
    • The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
    • The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
    • The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
    • Degree in safety or occupational health fields (safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene), or degree in other related fields that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours of study from among the following (or closely related) disciplines: safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, toxicology, public health, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological sciences, engineering, and industrial psychology.
    • Experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
    • To be credible, at least one year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
    • Certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Certified Health Physicist (CHP) is preferred.
    The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust.
    We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security.
    If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!
  • 20 Days Ago

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Food Safety Specialist #00309
  • Commonwealth of VA Careers
  • Hampton, VA FULL_TIME
  • Title: Food Safety Specialist #00309 State Role Title: Environmental Specialist I Hiring Range: $44,982 - $58,905 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture Location: Hampton / Newport New...
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Food Safety Specialist #00309
  • Ag Jobs
  • Hampton, VA FULL_TIME
  • Food Safety Specialist #00309Job no: 5011678 Work type: Full-Time (Salaried) Location: Hampton, Virginia, Newport News, Virginia Categories: Agriculture and Animal Health, Food ServicesTitle: Food Saf...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Safety Specialist - Plant Level
  • Impact Solutions Inc
  • Newport, VA FULL_TIME
  • Must have at least (2-3) years of plant safety experience within general manufacturing operations and a Bachelor of Science degree in safety, environmental or related technical degree. This position w...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Safety Specialist - Plant Level
  • iLocatum
  • Newport, VA FULL_TIME
  • Must have at least (2-3) years of plant safety experience within general manufacturing operations and a Bachelor of Science degree in safety, environmental or related technical degree. This position w...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Safety and Occupational Health Specialist
  • McConnell Group Inc
  • Williamsburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Description The McConnell Group (TMG) is a health science company, that provides a comprehensive selection of professional and technical services and products designed to enhance the success of compan...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Electronic Field Technician
  • GTN Technical Staffing
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Installation Field Tech HIGHLIGHTS Location: Southeastern, VA Position Type: Contract Ho...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armed Transport Guard
  • Brinks
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • The Brink's name is a promise to respect the trust we've earned in over 150 years in business. Every employee honors tha...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PUBLIC SAFETY SPECIALIST
  • City of Newport News
  • Newport News, VA
  • PUBLIC SAFETY SPECIALIST Apply Starting salary is $45,000. Come join this exciting opportunity! Type : INTERNAL & EXTERN...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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ISSE / ISSO / Security Analyst ($115,000 - $120,000)
  • Apex Systems
  • Suffolk, VA
  • ** 50% Remote After 90 Days ** ( "Every-Other-Day" is Remote ) Apex Systems has an urgent need for a (50% Remote After 9...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Information System Security Engineer
  • Gridiron IT Solutions LLC
  • Hampton, VA
  • Job Description Job Description GridironIT is seeking an Information System Security Engineer local to the Hampton, VA a...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Associate (Part-Time & Full-Time)
  • Hilton Grand Vacations
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • What will I be doing? Do you want to work for a company that values its team members and encourages you to achieve your ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Environmental Health & Safety Specialist - REQ 14085
  • Fairlead
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • REQ #: 14085 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Implementation of a detailed, task level, day to day Safety and Heal...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Information Security Analyst Senior Senior Advisor
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Langley AFB, VA
  • Please take this opportunity to join one of GDIT's fastest long-standing growing programs! US Battlefield Information Co...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Newport News is located at 37°4′15″N 76°29′4″W / 37.07083°N 76.48444°W / 37.07083; -76.48444 (37.071046, −76.484557). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 120 square miles (310 km2), of which 69 square miles (180 km2) is land and 51 square miles (130 km2) (42.4%) is water. The city is located at the Peninsula side of Hampton Roads in the Tidewater region of Virginia, bordering the Atlantic Ocean. The Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area (officially known as the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA) is the 37th largest in the nation with...
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Income Estimation for Safety Specialist jobs
$69,547 to $104,145
Newport News, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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