Regional Safety Specialist

North American Millwright Services, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-Funded Health Reimbursement

401(k) with 8% match

Company-paid Life Insurance

Company-paid Disability (short & long)

Job summary

North American Millwright Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced safety professional to develop and implement comprehensive safety and health policies across industrial sites.

The role involves delivering training, enforcing PPE protocols, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and MSHA standards. You will lead hazard analyses, incident investigations, and record-keeping while collaborating with HR and operations to promote a safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred and/or equivalent work experience in manufacturing, mining and/or industrial maintenance.
• At least two years of occupational health and safety experience and/or mine safety experience in an industrial environment required.
• Professional safety certification plus
• Other active technical instructor training courses a plus

Responsibilities

• Develops, prepares, and implements safety/health policies and procedures.
• Conducts ongoing employee training for new hires and existing employees.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules including PPE requirements.
• Conducts safety inspections/workplace exams to identify and resolve hazards.
• Promotes a culture of safety and teamwork with the workforce.
• Maintains accurate record keeping of all training conducted; ensures gaps are identified.
• Coordinates with HR on safety concerns; tracks incidents and investigations.

Skills

OSHA & MSHA regs

Written & verbal comms

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Leadership & mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork & collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Professional safety certification

Instructor/training courses a plus

Job description

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Sparrows Point, Maryland, North American Millwright Services (NAMS) is a privately held industrial services and solutions provider with more than 35 years of experience delivering high-quality, precision work. We specialize in fabrication, general contracting, heavy hauling, industrial maintenance, machinery installation, plant relocation, process piping and welding, rigging, and warehousing, supporting complex, mission-critical operations across a wide range of industries. NAMS operates throughout the Chesapeake region, including Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, and continues to expand our geographic footprint and service capabilities beyond these areas. Our work combines skilled craftsmanship, modern equipment, and a strong safety-first mindset to deliver reliable, efficient results. As we grow, we remain committed to investing in our people, advancing our technical capabilities, and fostering a professional, team-oriented culture where employees can build long-term careers within a stable and expanding organization.

Company Website:www.nams.com

• Company-Funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 8% Match
• 100% Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
• 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Company Uniforms
• Reimbursement of safety shoes and Rx safety glasses
• Ongoing Professional Training & Development
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Collaborates with the Director of Safety and operations leadership to develop, prepare, and implement safety/health policies and procedures
• Develops a strong working relationship that promote a culture of safety and teamwork
• Conducts on-going employee training for new hires and existing employees such as hazard recognition and resolution, tool talks, job hazard analysis, company policies, and MSHA new miner and annual refresher training
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules including PPE requirements
• Conducts safety inspections/workplace exams to identify and resolve hazards in the workplace using the Company’s safety app
• Conducts quarterly audits of Company facilities; reports and tracks any issues identified through resolution
• Promptly stops operations and activities when an imminent danger exists w/ potential to harm employees or equipment
• Participates in project planning to assess safety requirements and/or training gaps; makes recommendations to improve safety throughout duration of project or assignment
• Engages with workforce including customer safety teams as needed to foster and promote a culture of safety
• Provides on the job training related to all aspects of safety including safety related apps and other safety initiatives and/or priorities
• Ensures completion of required MSHA and OSHA recordkeeping and reporting
• Ensures timely completion of accident reporting and post-accident investigations, including near misses and property damages; identifies root causes and recommends corrective actions
• Enforces the drug & alcohol procedures related to random, post-accident and/or reasonable suspicion
• Analyzes trends to identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems
• Develops and tracks metrics related to occupational accidents and injuries
• Maintains accurate record keeping of all training conducted; ensures training gaps are identified and resolved promptly
• Coordinates with HR on potential employee-related safety concerns including accidents, investigations, injuries, property damage, workers compensation, coaching and/or disciplinary action;
• Maintains inventory of safety supplies
• Documents all safety equipment issued to employees including replacements; tracks and communicates excessive usage
• Provides after-hours support as needed including weekends and evenings
• Provides technical and administrative support as needed; keeps current on latest technology, tools, and trends
• Performs other projects and duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Mine Safety Health Administration (MSHA) regulations and standards; DOT knowledge a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Public speaking ability to conduct effective training
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Fosters environment of teamwork, collaboration and trust
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred and/or equivalent work experience in manufacturing, mining and/or industrial maintenance
• At least two years of occupational health and safety experience and/or mine safety experience in an industrial environment required
• Professional safety certification plus
• Other active technical instructor training courses a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Working primarily in the field at job sites (80-90%) with exposure to hot/cold temperatures
• Frequently required to walk, sit, stand, balance, stoop, bend, push, pull, lift, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl and climb stairs/ladders and use of hands
• Must have vision, hearing, and ability to talk
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to travel independently to multi-state facilities including customer job sites