Safety Specialist

STRUCTURAL; Palo Verde (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Caring work environment

Job summary

STRUCTURAL's Nuclear Division seeks a Safety Specialist to oversee project safety at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station in Tonopah, AZ. You will lead safety meetings, identify hazards, and implement measures to protect workers and the public.

Responsibilities include evaluating external partner safety plans, developing work plans, educating teams on safety practices, and mentoring staff on incident prevention and OSHA compliance. English/Spanish bilinguals welcome.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience as safety manager, coordinator, or trainer required.
• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or related field preferred.
• Strong leadership skills to train and mentor team members.
• Comprehensive understanding of OSHA regulations is essential.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• OSHA 30 certification required; OSHA 500 preferred.
• CSST certification preferred.
• English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety meetings and identify potential risks.
• Develop and implement safety measures for projects.
• Scrutinize safety plans from external partners to ensure compliance.
• Provide safety education and train team members.
• Develop work plans and oversee their execution.
• Mentor staff to uphold safety standards and incident prevention.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Verbal and written communication

OSHA regulations

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

OSHA 30

CSST Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety / Environmental Science / Industrial Hygiene

Job description

STRUCTURAL’s Nuclear Division has a mission to extend the service life of the nation’s largest source of clean, carbon-free energy. Our team features a multitude of positions in various geographic regions collaborating effectively through travel, video conferences, and collocating on project sites. The Nuclear Division has responsibility for all 50 states.

Our Nuclear Division is recognized as an industry leader in developing technical and innovative repair solutions for both safety-related and non-safety-related projects under both our own and our partners NQA-1 Appendix B programs. We focus on all manner of significant infrastructure in the nuclear fleet including large hyperbolic cooling towers, underwater intake structures, and even the reactor containment building.

We are currently seeking a Safety Specialist to oversee safety protocols for our projects. Key responsibilities include conducting safety meetings, identifying potential risks, and implementing necessary safety measures. This role entails providing safety education, developing work plans, and scrutinizing safety plans from external partners to ensure project safety.

This Safety Specialist will specifically be on site at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station in Tonopah, AZ.

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications:

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a safety manager, coordinator, or trainer is required, demonstrating a solid foundation in safety management.
• A bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or a related field is preferred.
• Candidates must exhibit strong leadership skills, enabling them to effectively train and mentor others within the team.
• A comprehensive understanding of OSHA regulations is essential, ensuring compliance with safety standards and guidelines.
• The ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement effective corrective measures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary to convey safety information clearly and facilitate effective collaboration.
• Possession of OSHA 30 certification is required, and OSHA 500 is preferred, showcasing a commitment to professional development and expertise in safety protocol.
• CSST Certification preferred
• English/Spanish bilingual is considered a plus, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate and engage with a diverse workforce.
• Base salary of $65,000 to $80,000 based on qualifications and experience.

STRUCTURAL provides a challenging work environment where employees contribute to creative solutions. Supported by communicative managers, our team is rewarded for dedication, with ample opportunities for growth and professional development.

We value diversity and actively promote inclusivity, ensuring fair opportunities for all.

Our 24/7 safety culture, competitive compensation, and benefits make STRUCTURAL an ideal place for personal and professional growth.

• medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• tuition reimbursement
• a caring work environment