Safety Specialist

Long-term employment with opportunities for growth.

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We offer excellent benefits including:

• 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Medical Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of all safety policies/procedures in accordance with State and Federal regulations. Assist in the development and implementation of procedures within the organization that effectively control accident and health exposures in the workplace.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note applications out of the geographic region for the position applied will not be considered.

• Three (3) years of safety working experience at an industrial site.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and D.O.T.
• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess experience coordinating and conducting safety training and exercises for organizations, including the evaluation and design of course materials.
• Must possess intermediate computer skills in programs such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to create charts, formulas, and diverse reports.
• Ability to communicate in English & Spanish (read, write, and speak) effectively in a business environment at an intermediate level.
• Must possess a clean, valid driver’s license.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in determining hazardous situations/scenarios while performing audits.
• Ability to think logically and analyze (problem solve; collect data and draw valid conclusions).
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision while abiding by company guidelines. Strong self-initiative.
• Ability to deal effectively with employees and the public. Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with normal activities.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills. Must be able to prioritize.
• Must be flexible to work extended hours, holidays, and weekends, as needed.
• Ability to work between company locations, including the Port of Miami terminal and Medley office, based on operational and safety needs.
• Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment.

• Experience in the maritime industry.
• Knowledge of EPA and DEP.
• Associate’s degree in Safety or related field.

• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance of all safety policies/procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations as well as established company policy.
• Coordinate and conduct Safety Committee meetings. Ensure that corrective actions are performed on all deficiencies or hazards discussed and/or identified.
• Perform safety accident investigations as needed and ensure that they are completed in a timely manner and that preventative action has been implemented. Coordinate communication of accident and prevention measures to all applicable departments and employees.
• Board vessels as required via gangway access to conduct safety-related activities, including incident and injury investigations, and coordination with vessel personnel to ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct audits and inspections of the workplace. Make suggestions to correct deficiencies to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Prepare, coordinate, and perform safety training and new hire…