Safety and Compliance Specialist

Safety and Compliance Specialist

Full-Time Individual Contributor
• Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL, US

Reports to:

Safety Manager

You would be a great TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico employee if you exhibit the following:

• Model safe behavior, never compromising your or another’s safety.
• Keep a positive outlook in all you do. Show consistency in words and actions.
• Follow through on commitments. Communicate openly.
• Show personal accountability for achieving results, for your actions, and your professional development.
• Can be counted on to be a true business partner.

The Safety and Compliance Specialist will provide essential support in advancing our compliance, safety, and environmental programs to a sustainable, proactive state. This role will collaborate closely with the Safety & Compliance Manager and Department Leaders to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, contracts and quality agreements, maintaining accurate documentation, and support the development of initiatives that promote a safe and compliant environment.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Review internal policies for alignment with regulatory policies (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Review quality agreements to ensure alignment with TMPR operations and processes.
• Audit compliance program across all departments and third-party contractors.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other relevant regulations.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with customer quality agreements.
• Organize compliance documentation to improve accessibility and usability.
• Manage and update incident management system (EHS Insight).
• Update and maintain Compliance Catalog.
• Manage and update Ecovadis solutions and sustainability platform.
• Update maintain licenses and permits required for TMPR operations.
• Maintain centralized repository of active links to compliance regulations.
• Update compliance documentation in accordance with ISO standards.
• Assist in developing Compliance, Safety, and Environmental initiatives.
• Participate in Compliance inspections and assist with follow-up actions.
• Conduct safety training courses to include onboarding for newly hired employees.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees.
• Maintain records of safety incidents, training, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Investigate accidents and near‑misses; recommend and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Stay current with changes in safety and compliance regulations.
• Promote continuous improvement in safety & compliance culture and performance.
• Safety & Compliance Focus – Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant workplace.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy and consistency in documentation and processes.
• Solution‑oriented – Proven ability to analyze challenges and implement effective, practical solutions.
• Organizational Skills – Effectively manages multiple tasks and priorities.
• Collaboration – Works effectively with colleagues, leadership, and regulatory bodies.

• Associate in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science (preferred), or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of regulations, including OSHA, EPA, USCG, and DOT.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Risk assessment, management, and prioritization.
• Familiarity with ISO standards preferred.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Hazardous cargo documentation and process.
• Occasional (less than 10%) travel.

• Office-based role with periodic visits to operational facilities for inspections and audits.
• Exposure to warehouse and port environments during facility visits.

Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

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