About This Role
Supporting a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia, the Safety Specialist helps develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive safety program. This role ensures all operations are incident-free and meet the highest safety standards, as identified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and implementation of a Safety Program to ensure compliance with safety practices and regulations
- Conduct site safety inspections and prepare Safety and Monitoring Reports to evaluate adherence to safety policies
- Investigate and complete detailed incident reports, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Review, modify, add, or delete safety records for assets to ensure proper documentation and accurate record-keeping
- Monitor and support the execution of all safety-related activities to ensure hazard prevention, mitigation, and control across operations
- Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment
- Provide guidance and training to employees on workplace safety practices, operational safety procedures, and compliance expectations
- Implement and identify best practices for preventing accidents and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations
- Collaborate with management and other stakeholders to ensure safety objectives align with the organization's operational goals
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant safety regulations and industry best practices to update and improve the Safety Program
Requirements
- Proven experience in safety program implementation, workplace safety operations, and inspections
- Familiarity with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual and other applicable industry safety standards
- Ability to prepare and submit detailed safety reports and conduct incident investigations
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong organizational, analytical, and administrative skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in safety reporting systems and maintaining records in digital safety platforms
- Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally
- Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or longer at the time of hiring
- Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance for the duration of the deployment
- Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures
- Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide
