Safety Specialist

Atlantic Group; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group is seeking a Safety Specialist in Wilmington, DE to support OSHA compliance, safety training, incident prevention, and health and safety initiatives.

You will work with employees and leadership to promote a strong safety culture, identify risks, and ensure policies meet regulatory requirements. The role requires hands-on safety experience and strong communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• OSHA certifications preferred; ability to obtain required credentials.
• 3+ years of workplace safety experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard identification, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn safety management/reporting systems.
• Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving in an active industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance: oversee OSHA requirements and established HSE standards.
• Site Inspections: perform routine safety audits and coordinate corrective actions.
• Safety Training: lead training, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.
• Incident Investigation: participate in investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Operational Partnership: partner with warehouse and operations teams to address safety concerns.
• HSE Support: maintain documentation and support continuous safety program improvements.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management systems

Job description

Job Overview – Safety Specialist

Compensation: $80,000 – $90,000/year + bonus

Location: Wilmington, DE

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Safety Specialist in Wilmington, DE for our client. This role supports workplace safety, OSHA compliance, safety training, incident prevention, and ongoing health and safety initiatives. The Safety Specialist will work closely with employees and leadership to promote a strong safety culture, identify potential risks, and support compliance with established safety policies and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has hands‑on safety experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities as the Safety Specialist

• Safety Compliance: Monitor daily operations to ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, workplace safety procedures, and established HSE standards.


• Site Inspections: Conduct routine workplace inspections and safety audits, identify potential hazards, and coordinate corrective actions with operational leadership.


• Safety Training: Lead employee safety training, toolbox talks, meetings, and other initiatives designed to reinforce safe work practices.


• Incident Investigation: Participate in accident and incident investigations, document findings, identify contributing factors, and support corrective and preventive actions.


• Operational Partnership: Work closely with warehouse, terminal, and operations teams to address safety concerns and promote consistent compliance across the workplace.


• HSE Support: Maintain safety documentation, monitor corrective actions, support continuous improvement initiatives, and assist with broader health, safety, and environmental programs.

Qualifications for the Safety Specialist

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.


• Certification: OSHA certifications are preferred, and the ability to obtain and maintain required industry credentials is required.


• Experience: 3+ years of workplace safety, HSE, industrial operations, maritime, warehouse, or related experience is required.


• Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of OSHA regulations, workplace hazard identification, safety inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action processes is required. Experience working with union labor or maritime operations is preferred.


• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn safety management and reporting systems is required.


• Skills & Attributes: Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work effectively in active industrial environments, collaborate with operations teams, maintain confidentiality, and accommodate occasional nights, weekends, or alternative hours as needed.

Application Notice

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.