HSE Specialist - Santa Monica, CA

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Job summary

A leading company in safety management is seeking an HSE Specialist for a 3-4 month contract in Santa Monica. The role involves direct field representation, ensuring safety compliance, and managing safety inspections on construction sites. It offers potential for full-time opportunity with a salary up to $95,000/year.

Qualifications

• OSHA 510 certification required.
• At least 3 years of construction safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as a field safety representative for clients and agencies.
• Identify and control safety hazards throughout construction.
• Lead new hire orientations and safety meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of California construction safety regulations

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Independence and collaboration on site

Attention to detail

Proactive safety leadership

Education

OSHA 510 certification

Minimum 3 years of experience in construction safety

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

HSE Specialist
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Duration: 3-4 Months (1099 Contract with Potential for Full-Time W-2 Conversion)
Type: 1099 Contractor

About Sheakley
Since 1963, Sheakley has been a trusted leader in safety management outsourcing. We are currently seeking an experienced HSE Specialist to support construction safety operations for a project in Santa Monica, CA. This contract role offers the potential to transition into a full-time, salaried W-2 position with a well-established general contractor.

Job Details
Hourly Rate: $58hr
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8-hour days with some overtime
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Santa Monica, CA (no per diem; local candidates )
Conversion Salary Potential: $95,000/year (after 3-4 month contract period)

Scope of Work
The HSE Specialist will serve as one of the primary representatives in the field, working directly with clients, governmental agencies, and trade partners. This role is responsible for collaborating with project teams throughout all phases of construction to ensure that safety needs are effectively managed and upheld on the jobsite.

Qualifications

• OSHA 510 certification

• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction safety

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a field safety representative for clients, agencies, and subcontractors

• Identify and control safety hazards throughout all stages of construction

• Review subcontractor safety documentation and job hazard analyses

• Assist in acquiring Cal/OSHA-required project permits

• Lead new hire orientations, site-specific training, and pre-construction safety meetings

• Support implementation of corporate and site-specific safety programs

• Serve as the site representative during OSHA inspections

• Conduct independent safety audits and ensure subcontractor compliance

• Assist with incident investigations and job hazard analysis

• Analyze leading and lagging safety indicators to improve performance

• Participate in internal project staff meetings

Skills & Competencies

• Solid knowledge of California construction safety regulations

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on site

• Attention to detail, strong documentation, and proactive safety leadership

Equal Opportunity Employer
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