Safety Specialist

Patriot Engineering & Environmental is a growing company looking for a Safety Specialist to join the safety team in Indianapolis. This role focuses on supporting the management of EHS compliance for Patriot’s 200+ employees across 10 offices in multiple states. Key Responsibilities Safety Management System Support development and implementation of an internal Safety Management System. Identify gaps, recommend enhancements, and drive consistent execution across locations. Independently evaluate safety risks, compare alternative corrective actions, and make recommendations on matters that impact operations, compliance, and employee safety. Provide practical, solution-oriented guidance to leaders and employees to drive timely and effective risk reduction. Has stop‑work authority to intervene and halt work activities when an imminent danger or serious unsafe condition is observed. Initiate immediate hazard mitigation actions, coordinate appropriate notifications, and confirm conditions are corrected before work resumes. EHS Program Administration & Continuous Improvement Support administration and continuous improvement of Patriot’s Safety and Health policies, programs, and procedures. Recommend program updates and process improvements to strengthen compliance and reduce risk. Field Audits & Corrective Actions Conduct safety and health field audits; identify, document, and recommend resolutions for hazardous conditions. Prioritize corrective actions, communicate findings to stakeholders, and follow up to confirm completion and effectiveness. Incident Response & Investigations Assist with incident investigations, including determining contributing factors and recommending corrective/preventive actions. Track and report action items through closure and share learnings to prevent recurrence. Workers’ Compensation Support Assist with workers’ compensation case management and related documentation, including return-to-work coordination as needed. Training & Onboarding Conduct new hire onboarding and deliver ongoing safety training. Refresh training materials and recommend training improvements based on trends, audit results, and observed needs. Regulatory Awareness & Interpretation Maintain current knowledge of applicable safety regulations and best practices. Interpret requirements for Patriot operations and communicate expectations clearly to leaders and employees. Inspections Support Support federal, state, and local safety inspections and related compliance activities, including documentation and response coordination. Medical Screening Administration Manage programs such as substance abuse and medical surveillance. Contractor / Prequalification Management Manage pre-qualification applications and contractor management portals. Recommend workflow improvements to strengthen compliance tracking and documentation quality. PPE Program Support Manage in-house PPE inventories and support PPE selection/standards based on hazard evaluations and job needs. Culture & Engagement Promote safety awareness and culture throughout the company. Participate in safety committee meetings and propose engagement initiatives that improve participation and outcomes. Professional Partnership Interact professionally with clients and Patriot employees. Collaborate with leadership on strategic alignment and execution of safety initiatives. Bring fresh ideas to improve recruiting, engagement, and development strategies. Qualifications Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline. 1–3 years of safety/EHS experience (or closely related experience). Demonstrated ability to assess risk, prioritize actions, and make sound recommendations with minimal direction. Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to advise leaders and drive follow-through on corrective actions. Strong computer skills and comfort working with compliance documentation, reports, and training records. Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment while also working independently and managing multiple initiatives simultaneously. Preferred: Experience with OSHA compliance (29 CFR Part 1910) including program review, development, implementation, and training. Preferred: Ability to monitor and interpret new or proposed regulations/technical developments and communicate applicability to leaders and staff. Strong partnering skills with branch managers, group leads, and staff; personable and collaborative. Willingness to travel to other company locations (up to 25% local travel). Compensation Patriot offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including competitive wages, 401(k) matching, profit sharing, stock ownership, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, AD&D, disability, pet and other insurances, EAP program, professional development, and vacation and personal time. Patriot is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr