Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Established in 1990, Owens Realty Services is a full-service commercial brokerage, investment, management, maintenance, housekeeping and environmental services company. Our comprehensive roster of services efficiently and economically manages the operation of sophisticated real estate investment portfolios, residential apartment and condominium complexes, government buildings, educational facilities, corporate campuses, high-profile venues and family entertainment parks in both the public and private sector. Owens Realty Services affiliates with significant industry associations to stay on the forefront of the development of new management models, marketing strategies, maintenance techniques and industry product lines. We integrate industry best practices to achieve the highest quality of service delivery for our clients.

With an emphasis on customized management plans, our services result in maintaining the maximum life cycles for critical capital investments, a healthy and clean environment for all building tenants and visitors, as well as substantial cost savings. Owens Realty Services saves our clients, on average, approximately $1.00 per square foot in operational cost savings.

Owens Realty Services portfolio includes over 25 million square feet of first class, high profile facilities in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Rhode Island, North Carolina, and New York with a value of more than $8 billion in real estate net worth and $30 million in gross annual revenue. With over 1,000 industry professionals company-wide, our organization continues to experience extraordinary growth attributed to our overwhelming commitment and dedication to the absolute best and most innovative services in the industry.

Our employees experience a dynamic and rewarding place to work. We have a reputation for outstanding customer service, professionalism, teamwork, and exceeding client expectations. We consider the employees of Owens Realty Services and Owens Facility Services to be one of our most valuable resources. Our employees treat others in a friendly and courteous manner and have respect for other employees, tenants, visitors and our clients property.

Safety Specialist

$65,000 to $75,000 depending on experience.
Must be willing to travel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides guidance and assistance to managers and employees by ensuring that all Occupational Safety and Health regulatory responsibilities are being upheld.
• Conducts regular, unannounced inspections of facilities and jobsites utilizing safety walks/audits as requested to ensure compliance with company policy and legal regulations.
• Prepares audit reports and proactively identifies potential risks and creates corrective action plans to coach managers and employees.
• Conducts root cause analysis for any near-misses or accidents, providing actionable reports to prevent recurrence.
• Conducts Risk and Hazard Assessments and recommends immediate corrective actions.
• Implements procedures to ensure safe working practices and compliance with OSHA and other regulatory agencies.
• Completes administrative duties as necessary to update and maintain the safety training system database by filing safety records for all employees.
• Maintains meticulous training logs and records utilizing our current software to ensure that all employees remain current on their required certifications and trainings.
• Develops and updates safety training materials, including power point presentations and hands-on demonstrations, ensuring that they align with current OSHA and ISO standards and delivers this training to employees and Managers.
• Promotes a safety culture with a high focus on Health and Safety awareness.
• Leads safety orientations for new hires and recurring certification courses (e.g., Driver’s Training, Fall Protection, Lockout/Tagout).
• Conducts "toolbox talks" and on-the-spot coaching to reinforce safe habits in real-time.
• Verifies that all safety gear (PPE) and equipment are inspected and maintained accordingly.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field (preferred).
• Bi-lingual Spanish required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a dedicated safety role, ideally with a mix of training and field inspection. (A college degree can be substituted for years of experience)
• OSHA 10-Hour (Required); CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or ASP (Associate Safety Professional) preferred.
• Must have a valid FL driver’s license and clean MVR.
• Proficiency with EHS management software and presentation tools (PowerPoint and LMS platforms).
• Experience in the janitorial/construction industry a plus.
• Exceptional public speaking ability and the tact required to enforce rules without damaging morale.

We look for employees who will:

• Strive for professional excellence in the performance of their jobs.
• Understand and support the company's direction.
• Provide superior service to our customers and employees.
• Be flexible, innovative, and responsible to change.
• Manage human and financial resources wisely.
• Be a team player, helping others to succeed.
• Encourage open communication throughout the company.
• Treat all individuals with dignity and respect.
• Have pride in and sell Owens Realty Services to others.
• Be energetic and excited about their field of work and of others around them.
• Be able to go above and beyond what is expected of them.
• Be involved and enveloped in the entire business of our company.

Owens Realty Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Owens Realty Services is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.