Safety Specialist jobs in Portland, ME

The successful candidate will support the Project Team in implementing the company safety program to ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain OSHA compliance with the following topics in mind;

• Maintain all training documentation.
• Support company vision, mission, values, policies and ideals while exhibiting a strong work ethic and professional image.
• Take a positive approach to problems and work collaboratively and creatively toward solutions.
• Manage Safety conflict under the direction of the Project Superintendent and assist in effectively resolving disputes.
• Ensure regulatory requirements are being met (i.e., OSHA, DEP, EPA, DOT, NFPA)
• Provide initial new-hire safety training and/or site specific safety training as required and follow-up interaction for all new employees.
• Act as the Company liaison for accident management to include accident case management, governmental action, workers compensation, file management and follow-up with health care workers and patients.
• Work with OHS Director and Human Resources Director to maintain a post-accident and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing policy.
  

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A Bachelors Degree in a safety related program or minimum of 5 years equivalent work experience.
• 2 years of experience in professional safety.
• Ability to work independently with little oversight.
• Ability to work as an effective part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA and applicable regulatory agencies.
• Proficient on Microsoft Office Products.
• Access and print safety related reports from our system.
• Ability to train all levels of the organization.