Health and Safety Specialist

Health & Safety Specialist About the Role CrossSafety is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to support onsite construction and industrial safety operations in Shirley / Yaphank, NY. This position provides field-level support, conducts inspections, leads training, and works directly with facility contractors and tradespeople to ensure safe and compliant work environments. Responsibilities Conduct daily walk-throughs, site audits, and hazard assessments Ensure compliance with OSHA construction and general industry regulations Work directly with facility, contractors and trades to reinforce safe work practices Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions Lead safety orientations, toolbox talks, and team training sessions Oversee site safety plans and maintain documentation, reports, and records Support communication with clients, regulatory agencies, and project leadership Qualifications 5+ years of onsite health and safety experience Industrial / Manufacturing / Construction Experience OSHA 510 and OSHA 30 Certs. Speaking and communicating in Spanish and English Experience conducting site safety audits and field inspections Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital reporting tools Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills Certifications in Fall Protection, Hazard Communication, OSHA, or Silica Mitigation Preferred Experience Background in industrial, or commercial construction Experience leading incident investigations or corrective action processes Familiarity with contractor management and field-level safety controls Why Join CrossSafety Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on worker safety Work with a supportive and collaborative safety team Contribute to the development of safety programs and initiatives Professional growth opportunities in a fast-paced consulting environment Equal Opportunity Employer CrossSafety is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.