Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Safety Specialist Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Safety Specialist for a temporary position on the 1st shift, with the potential for overtime and the opportunity to transition into a permanent role. The position offers an engaging work environment where you will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our safety and environmental standards.

• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental and safety policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular environmental and safety audits to assess compliance and identify potential hazards.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on environmental policies, safety practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage hazardous materials and waste programs, including storage, disposal, and documentation.
• Investigate workplace accidents or environmental incidents and implement corrective measures.
• Coordinate with management and cross-functional departments to promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Stay current with environmental and safety legislation and advise the company on necessary actions.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit safety and environmental reports to relevant authorities.

• 0-2 years of experience in environmental health and safety management.
• Knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) laws and regulations.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and enforce safety standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for employee training and coaching.
• Proficiency in incident investigation and root cause analysis techniques.
• Proficiency with EHS-related software and reporting tools.

• Preferred certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), and OSHA Certifications.
• CHST and OSHA 30 certifications are a plus.
• Experience in construction safety and safety training.

This position operates on the 1st shift with the potential for overtime. The work environment is dynamic, with a focus on safety and compliance. You will work closely with management and various departments to ensure a safe and compliant workspace.

This is a Contract position based out of Huntsville, AL.

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $29.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.