Senior Safety Specialist

Hackensack Meridian Health, Inc.; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Senior Safety Specialist to oversee Environmental Health and Safety programs. This on-site role reports to the Director of Network Safety and requires a strong foundation in life safety and regulatory compliance.

You will lead investigations and coordinate safety initiatives. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree with 3 years of safety experience, proficient with Google Suite/Microsoft Office, and demonstrates excellent communication and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3 years of safety experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Environment of Care and Life safety standards.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations; assess hazards and risks.

Responsibilities

• Administer or oversee Environmental Health and Safety Management programs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and institutional policies.
• Conduct safety investigations and prepare clear, concise reports.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team leadership

Hazard identification

Regulatory compliance

Report writing

Google Suite / Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree + 3 years safety experience

OSHA Hazwoper 40-hour training

CHSP / CHFSP (preferred)

EPA & NJDEP knowledge (preferred)

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Senior Safety Specialist, under the direction of the Dir, Network Safety Officer, will be responsible for administering or overseeing HMH's Environmental Health and Safety Management programs and perform all job functions listed below in accordance with Network procedures and in compliance with regulatory agencies.

This position will be onsite.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bachelor's degree with 3 years of safety experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of TJC's Environment of Care and Life safety standards and requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state and local regulations pertaining to safety and fire safety; ability to identify and evaluate hazard and risks and make effective recommendations based upon comprehensive, regulatory compliant assessments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials; ability to supervise and coordinate the work of others.
• Ability to conduct team member injury investigations.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred

• OSHA Hazwoper - 40 hour training.
• Knowledgeable of OSHA.1910.134 and other sections of 29 CFR 1910.
• Knowledge of EPA and local NJDEP requirements.
• Public speaking and training experience.
• Performance and project management skills.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred

• Certified healthcare safety professional (CHSP).
• Certified healthcare fire safety professional (CHFSP).
• OSHA 30-hour training certification.