Health & Safety Officer (On-Site)

Description

Mabbett & Associates, Inc. (Mabbett®), an award-winning leading provider of environmental, health and safety consulting, and engineering services to federal, state and local agencies, and private commercial, institutional and industrial clients nationally.  We are seeking a full-time Health & Safety Consultant to join our growing team of professionals. This position is imbedded at our client’s facility near Aberdeen, MD, and will be responsible for directing safety and compliance oversight of all abatement, demolition & site restoration activities.

Responsibilities include:

· Ensuring all site activities comply with local, state, and federal safety regulations.

· Identifying potential safety hazards, particularly those related to asbestos handling, demolition processes, and excavation                                                                         

  activities.

· Develop comprehensive safety plans to mitigate identified risks thorough risk assessments.

· Providing safety training and education to site workers, emphasizing best practices for asbestos handling, safe demolition, and

  proper excavation techniques.

· Leading investigations into any safety incidents or near-misses and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

· Regularly conducting safety audits and inspections to ensure ongoing compliance and identify areas for improvement.

· Maintaining accurate records of safety inspections, training sessions, and incident reports.

· Ensuring proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) on-site.

· Developing and implementing emergency response plans for potential incidents.

· Facilitating clear communication between management, site workers, and safety authorities.

Requirements

· 5 years of experience serving as an on-site health and safety officer in a construction setting.

· Prior professional experience managing safety programs and processes, conducting hazard analysis and developing controls.  

· Must possess in-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices for asbestos handling, demolition safety, and 

  excavation safety.

· OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER (and 8-Hour Refresher) Certification required along with CPR and First Aid; OSHA 30-Hour Construction

  Certification is a plus.

· Excellent communication skills (written and verbal); strong interpersonal skills are key to effectively training and guiding site

  workers, as well as collaborating with stakeholders to ensure a safe working environment.

· Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and address potential hazards.

· Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to implement effective safety solutions.

· Ability to work in challenging construction environments, including standing, walking, and lifting heavy objects.

· Proficient in MS Office® products. 

· Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, as well as a 

  pre-employment physical and drug screen, to include cannabis.