Job Details

LS GreenLink is building a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to produce high-voltage submarine power cables in Chesapeake, VA . These cables are integral to the global supply chain for offshore wind farms and designed to optimize bulk clean-power transmission. This operation will generate a variety of professional and production positions and help bring advanced manufacturing capabilities to support the clean technology industry in Virginia ... and you can be a part of it!
We are currently seeking a Safety Specialist , who will be responsible for evaluation and administration of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies, and initiatives to minimize risks associated with environmental, health & safety issues while ensuring compliance with OSHA, VOSH, and relevant legal requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Good understanding of each stage of factory construction and capability for process-specific safety management
* Review and verify the safety plans and implementation status of Contractors throughout the construction process
* Review and approval of daily work plans of Contractors and manage SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations)
* Collect and manage safety and health feedback from Contractors
* Conduct joint site inspections with Contractor managers and verify corrective actions for deficiencies
* Evaluate Contractors' safety performance (accident rate, training participation rate, number of violations, etc., as per KPIs)
* Implement necessary measures for repeated violations, such as warnings, stop work or removal
* Evaluate working conditions to identify unsafe situations or equipment
* Oversee operations, ensuring all workers including contractors fully understand safety legal requirement and that they do not take dangerous actions
* Assist contractors in investigating accidents to identify the causes and determine actions to prevent similar accidents in the future
* Develop emergency preparedness plans and create employee resources to direct workers in potentially dangerous situations, and review Contractors' emergency plans while establishing communication systems
* Assist TF for Factory Construction with managing internal and external relationships (e.g., government agency, consultants, insurers, brokerage, and legal) as necessary
* Conduct periodic HSE patrols, prepare HSE reports, and perform internal reporting.
* Maintains and publishes safety KPIs weekly and accumulatively
* Stays current regarding applicable safety and environmental regulations, practices, tools, and processes and communicates changes throughout the organization
* Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor
* The following duties may be added once the factory construction is completed (expected by the end of 2027) and production begins
* Develop workplace safety and health policies, along with necessary safety standards, criteria, and updates
* Develop and conduct safety education programs for all employees
* Implement employee health promotion programs
* Obtain and maintain international safety management certifications
* Respond to customer HSE audits
Education and Experience Requirements:
* Must have a bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety or a related field, with at least 3 years of equivalent safety working experience in construction for manufacturing complexes, manufacturing facilities since obtaining the accredited qualification
* BCSP certification preferred
* Compliance experience in the industry
* Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations
* CPR/First Aid certification a plus
* Proficient in Microsoft Office
* Authorization to work in the US
Skills and Abilities Required:
* Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
* Ability to communicate with others both verbally and in writing
* Understanding of legal health and safety guidelines
* Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment
* Strong problem-solving and motivational skills
* Ability to work with various teams in a rapidly changing environment
* Excellent document and report writing skills
Physical Requirements:
* Be independently mobile
* Must be able to sit for an extended period of time
* Must be able to push or pull up to 50 lbs. with assistance
* Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection
* Mainly work at construction sites and must wear appropriate safety gear
PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Occupational Health Specialist, Location:Chesapeake, VA-23324