

Safety Specialist
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:
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Good understanding of each stage of factory construction and capability for process-specific safety management
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Review and verify the safety plans and implementation status of Contractors throughout the construction process
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Review and approval of daily work plans of Contractors and manage SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations)
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Collect and manage safety and health feedback from Contractors
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Conduct joint site inspections with Contractor managers and verify corrective actions for deficiencies
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Evaluate Contractors' safety performance (accident rate, training participation rate, number of violations, etc., as per KPIs)
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Implement necessary measures for repeated violations, such as warnings, stop work or removal
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Evaluate working conditions to identify unsafe situations or equipment
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Oversee operations, ensuring all workers including contractors fully understand safety legal requirement and that they do not take dangerous actions
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Assist contractors in investigating accidents to identify the causes and determine actions to prevent similar accidents in the future
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Develop emergency preparedness plans and create employee resources to direct workers in potentially dangerous situations, and review Contractors' emergency plans while establishing communication systems
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Assist TF for Factory Construction with managing internal and external relationships (e.g., government agency, consultants, insurers, brokerage, and legal) as necessary
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Conduct periodic HSE patrols, prepare HSE reports, and perform internal reporting.
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Maintains and publishes safety KPIs weekly and accumulatively
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Stays current regarding applicable safety and environmental regulations, practices, tools, and processes and communicates changes throughout the organization
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Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor
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The following duties may be added once the factory construction is completed (expected by the end of 2027) and production begins
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Develop workplace safety and health policies, along with necessary safety standards, criteria, and updates
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Develop and conduct safety education programs for all employees
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Implement employee health promotion programs
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Obtain and maintain international safety management certifications
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Respond to customer HSE audits
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Education and Experience Requirements:
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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
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BCSP certification preferred
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Compliance experience in the industry
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Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations
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CPR/First Aid certification a plus
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Proficient in Microsoft Office
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Authorization to work in the US
Skills and Abilities Required:
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Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
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Ability to communicate with others both verbally and in writing
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Understanding of legal health and safety guidelines
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Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment
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Strong problem-solving and motivational skills
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Ability to work with various teams in a rapidly changing environment
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Excellent document and report writing skills
Physical Requirements:
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Be independently mobile
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Must be able to sit for an extended period of time
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Must be able to push or pull up to 50 lbs. with assistance
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Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection
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Mainly work at construction sites and must wear appropriate safety gear