APS-Safety Specialist - HSE

Job Title

APS-4:
Safety Specialist – Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)

K  Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation for the Department of Defense, intelligence community, NASA, and other federal agencies.

The HSE Specialist will be the resident expert on health, safety, and environmental compliance within a vehicle maintenance operation and supply warehouse environment at Camp Humphreys, Korea. The role combines responsibilities of Safety Specialist and Environmental Specialist, managing the full scope of industrial safety, occupational health, and environmental programs for all APS-4 contractor areas.

• Serve as the resident HSE expert for a vehicle maintenance and supply warehouse environment; manage the industrial and occupational safety program for all APS‑4 contractor areas at Camp Humphreys.
• Assist in the operation of the Safety and Fire Prevention Program in compliance with U.S. Army and local regulations; conduct routine and periodic safety inspections on plans, procedures, facilities, equipment acquisitions, and shop operations.
• Conduct ORM assessments; identify high‑risk activities in the workplace and implement plans to mitigate hazards; report all hazards beyond mitigation capability to appropriate Government personnel.
• Implement and maintain a medical surveillance program including hearing conservation and respiratory protection; monitor OSHA compliance; develop and oversee an emergency management plan and radiation safety plan.
• Investigate accidents involving government property or facilities; brief management on safety issues including incidents and accident reports; maintain safety directives, accident reports, and safety metrics.
• Manage the spill prevention and response program; perform quarterly internal environmental compliance inspections; maintain the storm water compliance plan and a centralized hazardous materials database for all APS‑4 materials on site.
• Work with HAZMART on shelf‑life extensions and cost‑effective disposition; ensure proper labeling, SDS requirements, storage, and segregation of hazardous materials; facilitate the Industrial Hygiene Program.
• Assist with the Hazardous Materials, Waste, and Pollution Prevention Programs; assist the APS‑4 HSE Department in maintaining an occupational safety and health program IAW AR 385‑10 and OSHA standards.
• Comply with K ’s Zero Harm program.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with a valid U.S. Passport.
• Possess an active Secret Clearance.
• Ability to provide documentation to qualify as USEXPAT Invited Contractor Status and SOFA Visa IAW USFK
  700‑19 Regulation.
• Possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator License.
• AA degree in safety, environmental engineering, or related technical discipline; or a minimum of five years of directly related experience in Health, Safety, or Environmental fields.
• Completed 30‑hour OSHA safety class or equivalent within the last three years; and an average of at least 24 hours of safety training per year for the past three years.
• Certificate for Industrial Environmental Management or equivalent within the last three years is also required; and an average of at least 12 hours of Environmental Specialist training within the last year.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal and host nation laws and ordinances, including OSHA standards, AR385‑10, LOGSA, DLA Shelf Life Management, and Hazardous Materials Information Resource System (SDS).
• Ability to develop technical expertise to ensure full compliance with federal and host nation regulations and K  policies.
• Favorably adjudicated NACI background check.
• Ability to compile data for reports and presentations; analyze processes and evaluate continuous improvement recommendations that impact safety of operations.
• Must be able to work in a non‑temperature‑controlled environment, heat and humidity.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist level and 35 pounds to shoulder height.
• Familiarity with various environmental regulation regimes and codes, workplace safety, military regulations, and the legal requirements of both the U.S. and Republic of Korea.
• Ability to comply with all established methods, quality standards, and time schedules applicable to this position; strong written and oral communication skills in English.

• Membership or certification in a recognized safety or environmental professional organization (e.g., CSP, CHMM, or equivalent).

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.