Safety Specialist

Roles and responsibilities

Safety and Risk

• Provide oversight for contractor safety performance by providing on site supervision.
• Assist in the planning and safe execution of work at the plant site to ensure that a safe work environment is always maintained
• Exercise and promote Stop Work Responsibility, when necessary, and actively partner with contractor to correct situation as required to get work restarted safely
• Align and ensure contractor and subcontractor compliance with EHS&S-related contract requirements.
• Participate in hazard analysis and safety reviews and ensure that the safe execution is followed in the field accordingly.
• Inspecting construction sites regularly to identify and eliminate potential safety hazards.
• Provide the assistance to contractors to follow the compliance requirements as per policy and procedures.
• Participate and/or support safety related incident investigations, participate in Root-Cause Analysis, determine corrective actions and communicate lesson learned reports, as needed.
• Review risk assessments for work activities at the site, to ensure their risk reduction, accuracy, and validity.
• Participate in prestart-up safety reviews (PSSR), hazard analysis, safety reviews and promoting safe practices on site.
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, and inspections to provide input and expertise where necessary.
• Conduct hazard identifications, PPE assessments, project safety reviews, verification of tools and equipment to ensure good quality and job safety analysis for work activities and occupational safety and construction safety programs.
• Participate in safety meetings, field audits, performance evaluation and inspections to provide input and expertise where necessary.
• Conduct occupational safety oversight, monitoring, support, and guidance for all contractors on-site to meet the expectations of the Project's safety strategy and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Responsible for approving RLIC work permits daily.

Training & Awareness

• Assist in development of training modules for the occupation safety standards and procedures for contractors.
• Assist in occupational safety training programs for contractors to ensure they are delivered in an optimum manner.

Inspection

• Participate in inspection and proper maintenance of all contractor safety equipment and vehicles on site, to guarantee they meet all the necessary standards.
• Participate in performance audits for contractors.

Emergency response and Incident Investigation

• Participate in response to emergencies as required by the Emergency Response Plan, to assist in Incident Command to the site of the emergency.
• Provide Project assurance the Contractor has all necessary emergency response capabilities related to the work being conducted by reviewing emergency response plans, assisting with tabletop exercises, and verifying competency of emergency responders.

Policies, Systems, Processes and Procedures

• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for the continuous improvement of Project systems, processes, and practices to increase productivity and operational efficiency.
• Implement all relevant Project policies, processes, procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.

Quality, Health, Security, Safety and Environment

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and relevant quality, health, safety, security and environmental procedures and controls to guarantee contractor safety and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Reporting

• Ensure that any incident / injury / illness on site is reported to HSE/Project Team in a timely manner.
• Participate / support Contractor in developing, maintaining and recordkeeping safety performance indicators, including investigations, corrective actions, inspections, and hours worked metrics.
• Contribute to the preparation of timely and accurate reports to meet Project requirements, policies and standards.
• Maintaining tracking and reporting processes to ensure timely documentation of contractor events, incidents, injuries, and illnesses; ensuring timely entry of injury information and evaluation results into the appropriate database; ensuring timely submittal of first reports of injury/incident and incident investigation reports.

Desired candidate profile

Here’s a comprehensive desired candidate profile for a Safety Specialist:

### Education
- **Degree**: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or specialized certifications may be preferred.

### Experience
- **Professional Experience**: 3-7 years of experience in safety management or related roles, preferably in industries such as construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, or healthcare.
- **Field Experience**: Hands-on experience in conducting safety audits, inspections, and training sessions.

### Technical Skills
- **Regulatory Knowledge**: Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, environmental laws, and industry-specific safety standards.
- **Risk Assessment**: Proficiency in conducting risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential safety issues.
- **Safety Management Systems**: Familiarity with safety management systems (e.g., ISO 45001) and their implementation.

### Knowledge
- **Emergency Response Planning**: Knowledge of emergency response protocols and crisis management.
- **Accident Investigation**: Experience in conducting accident investigations and root cause analyses to prevent future incidents.
- **Safety Training**: Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs tailored to various audiences.

### Soft Skills
- **Communication**: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting and training delivery.
- **Interpersonal Skills**: Strong interpersonal skills to engage with employees at all levels and foster a safety culture.
- **Problem-Solving**: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address safety challenges effectively.

### Personal Attributes
- **Attention to Detail**: High level of attention to detail in safety assessments and documentation.
- **Proactive Mindset**: Ability to identify potential safety issues before they arise and implement preventive measures.
- **Continuous Improvement**: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on industry best practices.

### Certifications (Preferred)
- **Certified Safety Professional (CSP)**: Certification from a recognized professional organization (e.g., BCSP).
- **First Aid/CPR Certification**: Certification in first aid and CPR for emergency response training.
- **Hazardous Materials Handling**: Certifications related to hazardous materials handling (e.g., HAZWOPER) may be beneficial.

### Additional Qualifications
- **Project Management Skills**: Experience in managing safety projects and initiatives.
- **Team Leadership**: Ability to lead safety teams and facilitate safety meetings or training sessions.
- **Industry-Specific Experience**: Experience in a specific industry may be required or preferred, depending on the organization.

This desired candidate profile ensures that the Safety Specialist possesses the necessary technical skills, experience, and personal attributes to promote a safe working environment and contribute effectively to an organization’s safety culture.