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Verified Pay check_circle $34.08 - $47.20 per hour
Hours Full-time
Location Monroe, MI
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Job Description
Safety & Health Specialist
Location: Monroe, MI
Pay Rate: $34.08 - $47.20 per hour

This is a long-term contract with a possible extension or direct hire. Benefits avaialble. 
About the Opportunity
Our Client is seeking motivated and safety-focused Safety & Health Specialists to support construction and project management operations across multiple worksites. This position plays a critical role in promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and helping maintain a safe and healthy work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct workplace inspections and safety audits to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
  • Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-miss events and assist with root cause analysis.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and other applicable safety standards.
  • Coordinate and deliver safety training programs.
  • Perform Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and risk assessments.
  • Monitor safety performance metrics and prepare reports for leadership.
  • Support emergency preparedness activities, drills, and response efforts.
  • Partner with project teams and supervisors to strengthen safety awareness and accountability.
  • Maintain accurate records related to inspections, training, incidents, and compliance activities.
  • Facilitate safety meetings and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives as needed.
  • Assist in overseeing safety activities at various construction project locations.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in workplace safety, EHS, manufacturing, construction, or industrial environments.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management principles.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), OSHA 30-Hour Certification, or similar credentials.
  • Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
  • Familiarity with safety management systems and compliance reporting.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to walk construction sites, industrial facilities, and production environments for extended periods.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to travel occasionally between project sites as needed.
Key Competencies
  • Safety Leadership
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk Assessment
  • Incident Investigation
  • Training and Development
  • Effective Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Continuous Improvement
Why Join Our Client?
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-profile construction and infrastructure projects while helping create and maintain a world-class safety culture. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employee well-being, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

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Posting ID: 1295980786 Posted: 2026-09-16 Job Title: Safety Health Specialist