occupational health and safety specialist

Physical Rehabilitation Network

<div>Location: San Francisco Bay Area / San Jose Region
Work Model: Hybrid (Remote + On-Site Visits). Must be willing to commute between multiple client sites.
Compensation: $75,000&ndash;$95,000 annually + full benefits (dependent on experience, location, and job-related factors)
Setting: Industrial / Warehouse
The Occupational Health and Safety Specialist (OHS) play a key role in supporting employee health, safety, and performance across multiple worksites. You will provide OSHA-compliant first aid, early discomfort intervention, ergonomic assessments, and injury-prevention coaching to help employees improve body mechanics, reduce musculoskeletal strain, and optimize safe movement patterns on the job. This is a hands-on, proactive, and relationship-driven role focused on keeping industrial athletes and working athletes safe, healthy, and productive.
This role is ideal for professionals with backgrounds in industrial medicine, athletic training, industrial sports medicine, ergonomics, occupational health, physical therapy, or exercise science. You&rsquo;ll work directly with employees to help them optimize body mechanics, build physical resilience, and reduce the risk of work-related injuries through hands-on guidance and observation.
Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) has delivered worksite health, industrial ergonomics, and employee injury-prevention services for more than 20 years. Many members of our ergonomics and occupational health team have been with PRN for 10+ years. This role supports one of our clients in the Northern California Bay Area and requires local travel between client sites.
Benefits:<ul><li>
Mentorship and Professional Development programs for all levels of experience</li><li>
Continuing Education plus unlimited Medbridge Access</li><li>
Work Life Balance with Paid Holidays, Vacation Time &amp; Flexible work schedules</li><li>
401(k) program</li><li>
Employer-Paid Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D Insurance</li><li>
Short-Term &amp; Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li>
Employee Perks &amp; Discounts Program</li><li>
Employee Referral Bonus Program</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>
Discount program, identity protection &amp; pet insurance options</li><li>
Employee discounts and perks on goods and services</li><li>
Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary plans</li><li>
Health Savings and Flexible spending accounts</li><li>
Phone and Internet stipend</li></ul>
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Provide onsite first-aid care and early discomfort management.</li><li>
Conduct screenings and address musculoskeletal discomfort.</li><li>
Deliver injury-prevention education focused on ergonomics, body mechanics, and industrial movement patterns</li><li>
Coach employees on proper lifting, posture, and safe movement techniques</li><li>
Build strong relationships to support overall occupational health &amp; wellness</li><li>
Identify hazards and mitigate risks to prevent workplace injuries</li><li>
Provide triage, escalate care appropriately, and support injury reporting</li><li>
Perform industrial ergonomic assessments and recommend workstation or equipment adjustments.</li><li>
Develop job-specific warm-up, mobility, and injury-prevention programs</li><li>
Maintain accurate documentation and reporting</li><li>
Support general employee wellness, including fitness, stress management &amp; healthy work habits</li><li>
Travel between assigned industrial and warehouse sites</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities (KSA)<ul><li>
Knowledge of musculoskeletal injury prevention, evaluation, and early intervention</li><li>
Strong understanding of ergonomics, body mechanics, movement analysis, and workplace safety</li><li>
Ability to coach proper posture, lifting techniques, and safe movement patterns</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse workforces</li><li>
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>
Ability to create, edit, and present written materials and training content</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and ability to learn new software systems</li><li>
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment</li><li>
Ability to gather data, compile information, and produce accurate reports</li><li>
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem-solve in real time</li><li>
Professional presence and strong relationship-building skills with employees at all levels</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Relevant experience in injury prevention, industrial medicine, ergonomics, or occupational health</li><li>
Degree or certification in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, or a related health field<ul><li>
Preferred: certifications such as Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC), Certified Strengthening and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), or similar</li><li>
Preferred: 2-3 years experience in industrial work setting</li></ul></li><li>
Certification in industrial ergonomics and/or training by a qualified professional<ul><li>
Preferred: Certification from Worksite International, Oxford Research Institute, Board of Certified Professional Ergonomics, Center for Occupational and Environmental Health, Occupro, or similar
</li></ul></li><li>Current certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license and reliable transportation</li><li>
Ability to travel locally between worksite locations</li></ul> 
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Occupational Health and Safety Specialist (OHS)

<div>Title:
LCV EUCOM Turkey: HSE Specialist
Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!
Program Summary
KBR leads the government services world contingency market by providing responsive, full-service logistics support to forces deployed around the world under the Logistics Civil Augmentation Program contract (LOGCAP). KBR&rsquo;s enduring mission support of the LOGCAP program dates back to 1992 when we served as the contract&rsquo;s original prime contractor. Today, we have a workforce of over 6,000 people representing 40 nationalities who perform work on the contract in 14 countries.
Job Summary
As an HSE Specialist, you will play a crucial role in implementing health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. Your responsibilities will include incident investigations and reports, inspections, and ensuring compliance with HSE standards in alignment with client, federal, state, and local regulations, as well as KBR policies and procedures. You will engage with various stakeholders, including services personnel, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies, interpreting standards, codes, and regulations. Additionally, you will contribute to the development and implementation of KBR values, systems, and standards, facilitating the collection and analysis of HSE statistics.
Roles and Responsibilities
<ul><li>Implement health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.</li><li>
Conduct incident investigations and create incident reports.</li><li>
Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with HSE standards including client, federal, state, and local regulations, as well as KBR procedures.</li><li>
Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with HSE standards including client, federal, state, and local regulations, as well as KBR procedures.</li><li>
Interact with services personnel, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies to interpret standards, codes, and regulations.</li><li>
Conduct audits of company-operated properties based on regulatory requirements and auditing standards.</li><li>
Stay informed of regulatory requirements and auditing standards.</li><li>
Assist in the development and implementation of KBR values, systems, and standards for capturing and analyzing HSE statistics.</li><li>
Perform administrative functions to support Occupational Health, including medical physicals for KBR direct hire and subcontractor personnel.</li><li>
Maintain patient confidentiality and provide a high level of employee service.</li><li>
Work under general and occasional direct supervision to perform assignments requiring experience and knowledge of standard concepts within the HSE field.</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications (Required Education, Experience, Skills, and Certifications)<ul><li>
Requires a Bachelor's Degree and at least 1 year of directly related HSE experience. A High School Diploma and at least 2+ years of relevant experience in HSE professional role may be considered in lieu of a degree.</li><li>
Must be fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing).</li><li>
Possess a valid driver's license with at least 6 months of remaining validity from the country/state of residency.</li><li>
Requires a valid passport with at least 12 months of validity and 6 blank pages.</li><li>
Experience using Microsoft office applications.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications (Preferred Education, Experience, Skills, and Certifications)<ul><li>
Advanced degrees or certifications in relevant HSE fields.</li><li>
Additional languages spoken.</li><li>
Extensive experience in HSE roles within diverse environments.</li><li>
Specialized training in specific areas of occupational health and safety.</li><li>
Familiarity with international HSE standards and practices.</li><li>
Prior experience working on stateside or overseas U.S. military facilities/installations.</li><li>
Proficiency in technology and programs supporting Logistics Civil Augmentation Program (LOGCAP) HSE.</li></ul>
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include medical, dental, life insurance, AD&amp;D, R&amp;R, an Employee Support Program and more. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Candidates must meet visa and or work permit requirements for the country of assignment to be considered and eligible for employment.</div>

LCV EUCOM Turkey: HSE Specialist

BIN SHAFAR CONTRACTING LLC

Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in occupational health and safety, or a related field.</li><li>SARS Certification is mandatory .</li><li>Minimum of 5 years experience in the construction industry in UAE.</li><li>UAE Driving license is preferred.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Safety Officer

Future Towers Contracting

Requirements:<ul><li>3 years of experience in UAE construction site</li><li>NEBOSH certification</li><li>DM or DDA experience</li><li>Health &amp; Safety and Occupational Health skills</li><li>Accident Investigation skills</li><li>Safety Training skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a team</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Salary plus Overtime</li><li>Shared accommodation provided</li><li>Transportation to/from accommodation</li></ul>Job Type: PermanentPay: From AED2,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Safety Officer - Construction

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2><div>
At Amazon, we are committed to ensuring our associates have a safe and healthy workplace through continuous improvements and effective accident prevention. As our operations continue to evolve in a demanding work environment, we are seeking a dedicated Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Specialist to help protect all employees from health and safety risks and damage. The ideal candidate will put safety standards into practice, lead projects to raise safety awareness, and support management's efforts to ensure compliance with all program expectations and applicable regulations. With your proactive approach, you will help drive a safety culture by conducting regular audits, managing safety metrics, and providing guidance on safety-related processes across our 3P operations. You will play a crucial advisory role for associates and managers while helping investigate accidents, near misses and incidents to determine root causes and implement preventive measures. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
<ul><li>Conduct regular site visits across dark stores to evaluate safety conditions in fast-paced, high-throughput environments, providing practical recommendations to reduce risk and improve operational safety.</li><li>Perform risk assessments and safety audits covering in-store operations, rider activities, material handling, and equipment usage, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
</li><li>Monitor, analyze, and report on safety performance metrics, incident data, and leading indicators, identifying trends and prioritizing risk areas within quick-commerce operations.</li><li>Support the implementation of new safety controls, procedures, and mitigation measures tailored to dark store layouts, rapid picking processes, and rider dispatch activities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Amazon supply chain, WHS, and third-party safety policies, as well as applicable local and regional regulations across assigned countries.</li><li>Lead and participate in daily/weekly safety briefings, stand-ups, and safety discussions with operations teams and third-party partners to reinforce safety expectations in high-tempo environments</li><li>Support incident, near-miss, and serious injury investigations, ensuring timely reporting, accurate documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.</li><li>Support safety training completion for associates, riders, and third-party partners, and verify training effectiveness through observations, audits, and engagement.</li><li>Attend and actively contribute to regional and cross-functional WHS meetings, representing quick-commerce safety risks, trends, and priorities.</li><li>Own and drive country or regional WHS continuous improvement projects related to quick-commerce operations, extending beyond individual scope where required.</li><li>Act as an onboarding buddy for new WHS team members, supporting their integration into dark store and third-party safety operations.</li><li>Serve as a WHS Manager proxy when required, fulfilling assigned standard work and supporting operational continuity.</li></ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>2+ years of workplace health &amp; safety (WHS) related field experience</li><li>A Health and Safety NVQ Level 3 or NEBOSH National General Certificate (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience in data analysis and reporting</li><li>Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service</li><li>Work flexible hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidays</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>Experience building strategic relationships with stakeholders, including communicating and collaborating across teams and functions</li><li>Background in operations, safety or quality management</li><li>Experience working both independently and within a team</li><li>Strong ability to communicate effectively across various stakeholders through presentations and written communications</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in occupational health and safety or Engineering/Science bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li></ul> 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.</div>

WHS Specialist, Workplace Health & Safety

DP World

<div>
 
 
 JOB PURPOSE
 
 
 
 This position ensures compliance with occupational health, safety and environment (HSE) guidelines Advise on safety measures, conduct risk assessments, and enforce preventative measures. Their role involves promoting a safe workplace, providing training, and investigating incidents to improve overall safety.
 
 
 
 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
 
 
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 Maintain safety and discipline across the assigned work areas.
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 Develop, implement, and enforce effective measures to minimize risks associated with container terminal operations.
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 Ensure strict adherence to regulations issued by the Port Authority and DP World HSE requirements.
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 Oversee the induction process to confirm that safety training and protective equipment are provided to all new staff and visitors.
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 Deliver periodic refresher training whenever required on safety standards and other safety aspects.
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 Implement emergency response drills regularly as per the company schedule to ensure preparedness among the workforces.
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 Conduct the required mandatory tasks during shifts in alignment with GHSE requirements, including but not limited to vessel inspections and compliance with GHSE Assessment Programs.
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 Respond immediately to incident notifications, ensuring proper on-site management and escalation where required.
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 Lead incident investigations during shifts through the designated committee, in alignment with the DP World Incident Management Standard.
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 Carry out random audits and inspections to monitor compliance with HSE policies and procedures.
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 Conduct formal risk assessments, define controls, and develop or update SOPs to mitigate operational risks.
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 Closely monitor high-risk operational areas to ensure consistent adherence to SOPs and take necessary corrective actions as required.
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 Support the implementation and maintenance of the Safety and Environmental Management System.
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 Prepare and submit the required reports on the safety status and related safety matters.
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 Participate in and lead emergency situations when required, including but not limited to leakage and spillage incidents.
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 Oversee and ensure proper implementation of the Work Permit system, verifying compliance with GHSE requirements before, during, and after task execution.
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 QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
 
 
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 Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree/graduate in any engineering/sciences discipline
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 HSE courses (e.g. NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, Industrial Safety Diploma)
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 Experience in Port monitoring and safety Preferable: 2 years or more
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 Experience in Safety Monitoring and training
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 Preferable experience in heavy engineering industry as a safety officer
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SUPERVISOR - HSSE OPERATIONS

Smart Research System

Job Title: Safety OfficerDepartment: Quality / Risk Management Reporting To: Quality DirectorJob PurposeResponsible for implementing and maintaining the Occupational Health &amp; Safety (OSH) Management System in line with OSHAD and regulatory requirements, ensuring a safe working environment for staff, patients, and visitors.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Implement and monitor OSH policies, procedures, and safety programs across the facility.</li><li>Conduct workplace safety inspections, hazard identification, and risk assessments.</li><li>Investigate staff, visitor, and environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with OSHAD and other regulatory standards.</li><li>Deliver safety training and awareness programs to staff.</li><li>Coordinate emergency preparedness activities and safety audits.</li><li>Maintain OSH records, reports, KPIs, and safety documentation.</li><li>Act as a safety resource and liaison across departments.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Occupational Health &amp; Safety, Risk Management, or related field.</li><li>3&ndash;5 years of relevant safety experience (healthcare experience preferred).</li><li>Safety certifications (e.g. Certified Safety &amp; Health Specialist, CPHQ) are an advantage.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Requirements<ul><li>Knowledge of OSH regulations and safety management systems.</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and reporting skills.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office.</li><li>Fluent in English (Arabic is an advantage).</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: AED10,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Safety Officer - Healthcare

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