FM701 - EHS Specialist

Fairbanks Morse Defense; Chesapeake, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

401k with employer match

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Defense is seeking an EHS Specialist to act as a hands-on safety partner at our Chesapeake, VA or Houston, TX service centers. You will identify risks, reinforce safe practices, and strengthen a safety-first culture by working directly with technicians and leaders in active service environments.

The role reports to the EHS Director, involves onboarding and mentorship, safety training, audits, OSHA compliance, incident follow-up, and continuous program improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience delivering training using multiple forms of visual presentation and documentation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety training best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to foster an approachable, professional safety mindset across locations.
• Conduct, facilitate, and document safety-related training for new hires and technicians.
• Manage the Safety Training program to ensure compliance training is current.
• Assist in organizing yearly safety stand-downs at all locations.
• Verify qualifications for assigned positions and maintain training records.
• Support Safety Champion program with bi-weekly meetings and check-ins.
• Perform site visits and safety audits at facilities and shipyards.
• Report work-related incidents to Workers' Compensation and track actions.
• Audit the safety program annually per OSHA requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

BS in EHS or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Fairbanks Morse Defense, 733 Curtis Saunders Ct, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States of America

Fairbanks Morse Defense, 12253 NORTHWOODS PARK DR, HOUSTON, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling?For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers

EHS SPECIALIST

Reports to: EHS Director

Locations: Houston, TX. or Chesapeake, VA.

Summary

The EHS Specialist is a critical, hands-on safety partner based at the Fairbanks Morse Defense Service Center in Chesapeake, Virginia, or Houston, Texas.

This is not a behind-the-desk role. The successful candidate will maintain an active presence in service environments and local shipyards, working directly with technicians and leaders to identify risks, reinforce safe practices, and strengthen FMA's safety-first culture.

Fairbanks Morse Defense's mission is to deliver innovative, reliable, and mission-critical solutions that empower our customers to protect and serve with confidence. Safety is essential to that mission and to protecting the employees who support operational readiness.

Reporting to the EHS Director, this role supports employee onboarding and mentorship, safety training, audits, OSHA compliance, incident follow-up, Safety Champion activities, emergency drills, and continuous program improvement. The ideal candidate is approachable, proactive, mechanically inclined, and confident working with employees at every level. Approximately 50% travel and schedule flexibility are required.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead by example to foster an approachable, professional, and team-based safety mindset at all FMA locations.
• Conduct, facilitate, and document safety-related training for new hires and current technicians to ensure a safe and fully trained workforce.
• Manage the FMA Safety Training program to ensure employees are current on all annual compliance training.
• Assist the EHS Manager in organizing and rolling out yearly safety stand-downs at all FMA locations.
• Verify that technicians have completed the appropriate qualifications for their assigned positions.
• Maintain all FMA training records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support the Safety Champion program by conducting bi-weekly meetings and check-ins.
• Perform site visits and safety audits at FMA facilities and local shipyards where technicians are stationed.
• Report all FMA work-related incidents to Workers' Compensation.
• Manage safety opportunities with real-time follow-up and tracking of technician submittals.
• Audit the safety program annually as required by OSHA, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Coordinate yearly OSHA drills, including fire and tornado drills, and support Safety Champions in documenting these drills at all FMA facilities.
• Review safety trends and goals with the EHS Director on a quarterly basis.
• Support the service DLA program through documentation, training, and related activities.
• Maintain an active presence primarily in the service environment, with administrative duties as required.
• Use Microsoft Office to create Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, and written procedures in Word.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department manager.
• Travel approximately 50% of the time.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) credential required.
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) or an equivalent field preferred.

Experience

• Experience delivering training using multiple forms of visual presentation and documentation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge

• Basic math skills and the ability to apply OSHA regulations effectively.

Skills

• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident public speaker capable of conducting group training activities.
• Solid interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Computer proficiency, including the ability to learn and use Microsoft Office products.

Core Competencies

• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to adjust work hours as support tasks vary based on service needs.
• Assessment Skills: Ability to measure and assess training needs effectively.
• Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Continuous Learning: Commitment to continuous learning.
• Problem-Solving: Innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and additional equipment as required.
• Correctable eyesight is required.
• Comfortable working around moving equipment and machinery.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, forward reaching, and twisting.
• Occasional squatting, crouching, and above-shoulder reaching.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions assigned this title and shall not be construed as declaring the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. The ability to competently perform all essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse.

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Fairbanks Morse Defense, 733 Curtis Saunders Ct, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States of America,

Fairbanks Morse Defense, 12253 NORTHWOODS PARK DR, HOUSTON, Texas, United States of America