Safety Specialist (Onsite – Lake Charles, LA)

Upwork; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 51,180 - 65,803; Full time

Job summary

Upwork is seeking a JHA Analyst/Safety Specialist to support onsite safety operations in Toronto, Canada. This role involves conducting Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), facilitating safety meetings, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess experience in safety operations and strong communication skills. The position requires active participation in a team-based environment and the ability to work extended hours during project phases. Join us to contribute to high-impact safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in safety operations, hazard analysis, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to lead and facilitate safety meetings and training sessions.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
• Attend and actively contribute to weekly onsite meetings.
• Provide onsite safety support to both internal and client teams.

Skills

Safety operations

Hazard analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

An enterprise client is seeking a JHA Analyst/Safety Specialist to support onsite safety operations for a project based in Toronto, Canada. This role plays a critical part in promoting a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance, conducting hazard analyses, and supporting safety initiatives across teams.

The selected candidate will work closely with internal teams and client stakeholders in a fast-paced, onsite environment. This is a hands‑on role requiring active participation in daily operations, safety meetings, and training programs.

Job Description

• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
• Attend and actively contribute to weekly onsite meetings and safety discussions.
• Support and participate in safety training sessions conducted in 2–3 week cycles.
• Lead and assist in safety meetings, including risk assessments and safety briefings.
• Provide onsite safety support to both internal and client teams.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure adherence to safety protocols and standards.
• Participate in a dedicated 1‑week onsite safety meeting, along with ongoing weekly sessions.
• Work extended schedules (Monday–Saturday, 10‑hour days) during active project phases.

Qualifications

• Experience in safety operations, hazard analysis, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with conducting Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and safety risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to lead and facilitate safety meetings and training sessions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to risk identification.
• Ability to work effectively in an onsite, team‑based environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours during project phases.

Additional Information

Onsite role based in Toronto, Canada.

Collaborate with a team of 5–6 personnel onsite.

Opportunity to contribute to high‑impact safety initiatives in a dynamic work environment.