Safety Specialist

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Safety Specialist opportunity in Johnson City, TN.

Job Description:

The Safety Specialist supports the implementation and execution of industrial safety programs to protect the health and safety of site personnel. This role assists with hazard analysis, safety evaluations, training, emergency response, and regulatory compliance activities while supporting daily operational safety needs. The position works closely with site personnel and management to promote safe work practices, conduct field oversight activities, and support continuous improvement of safety programs and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Supports the development, execution, and assessment of programs to protect the health and safety of site workers. Supports the activities of hazard analysis teams and independently executes program elements as assigned. Determines potential hazards and required protective actions resulting from investigative activities, including participation in safety evaluations of processes and activities for new or modified plant facilities, processes, systems, and components. Participates on readiness review teams. Supports emergency response activities as directed. Recommends improvements or enhancements to existing programs to the Industrial Safety Manager, and as directed, implements improvements or enhancements. May prepare program documents and instructions, including development of new procedures or other command media as required. Executes safety program elements and responsibilities, as assigned, to protect the health and safety of site workers. Prepares permits, performs pre-job walk downs and hazard analyses, provides equipment, and performs testing, monitoring, and oversight. Collects and compiles data into a usable form, performs routine analysis and interpretation, and takes appropriate actions based upon data indications. Reports results to Industrial Safety management. Implements required safety training and qualification programs for site workers

Qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Health Physics, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience 5+ years of ES&H experience in a high-hazard industrial, chemical processing, manufacturing, nuclear, or regulated production environment Knowledge of

OSHA, EPA, NRC/DOE

(if applicable), and other relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic problem-solving skills Relevant certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar credentials are a plus Must be able to work effectively in a team environment Requires proficiency in

Microsoft Office Suite Other Job Requirements:

United States Citizenship Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance, if required If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater's experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards. Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA. Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning

DAY 1. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with

EO 14173.

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