Safety Specialist Contract Position

HETI; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly and flexible work environment

Job summary

A nationwide environmental consulting firm is seeking a Safety Specialist for a temporary contract in South San Francisco, CA. The ideal candidate possesses over 3 years of environmental health and safety experience, strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, and the ability to develop safety programs. Responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, compliance assessments, and delivering training. This role requires on-site work at a biotechnology research facility and collaboration with internal teams to ensure a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional EHS experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license if required for local travel.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and compliance with EHS regulations.
• Conduct site safety inspections and audits.
• Develop and deliver EHS and biosafety training programs.
• Investigate incidents and develop corrective actions.
• Maintain EHS documentation and regulatory records.

Skills

Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations

Technical writing skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety

Job description

Safety Specialist – San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Temporary/Contract Position for 6 weeks (2-4 days per week)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced EHS professional with a minimum of 3 years of applied safety experience supporting regulatory compliance, site inspections, and safety program development. This role is based in South San Francisco, CA and supports site-based environmental health & safety programs within a biotechnology and research environment. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, biosafety programs, and environmental compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation and compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.)
• Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and compliance assessments
• Develop, implement, and deliver EHS and biosafety training programs
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; develop corrective and preventative actions
• Support environmental compliance programs including air, water, and hazardous waste management
• Maintain EHS documentation, reports, and regulatory records
• Track and analyze EHS metrics and performance indicators
• Support development of site-specific safety plans and procedures
• Provide technical guidance on safety, biosafety, and industrial hygiene matters
• Collaborate with operations, laboratory personnel, and management to improve safety culture
• Stay current on regulatory changes and assess impacts to site operations

Required Certifications, Licensing, and Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field (required)
• Minimum 3 years of professional EHS experience
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and applicable state regulations
• Valid driver’s license (if required for local travel)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting biotechnology, laboratory, or research environments
• Experience with biosafety programs and regulatory compliance
• OSHA 30-hour certification
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification
• Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CIH, RBP, or CBSP (preferred)
• Experience with environmental programs (air, water, hazardous waste)
• Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment

Working Environment

This position is based in South San Francisco, CA and requires on-site work at a biotechnology research facility. The role involves collaboration with laboratory staff, operations teams, and EHS leadership to support a safe and compliant working environment.

About HETI

Founded in 1986, HETI is a full-service, nationwide environmental consulting firm providing services in site assessment, remediation, risk characterization, industrial hygiene, and occupational health & safety. We serve commercial, industrial, government, legal, and insurance clients across the U.S. through our regional office network.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a friendly, flexible work environment.