Safety Specialist

Contract Duration: 6 Months, with Possible Extension Seeking an experienced Safety Specialist for a 6-month contract assignment, with the possibility of extension, to support field operations in Brownsville, Texas. This individual will play an important role in promoting a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with applicable safety regulations, and helping maintain a safe working environment across active project sites. The successful candidate will work closely with field leadership, contractors, supervisors, and craft personnel to identify potential hazards, implement preventative measures, and reinforce safe work practices. This is a hands-on, field-focused position suited for a safety professional with experience in industrial construction, oil and gas, or other high-risk environments. Key Responsibilities Conduct routine jobsite safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments to identify potential risks and unsafe conditions. Assist with the development and review of Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and safe work procedures. Lead and participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, employee orientations, and safety training sessions. Monitor daily field activities to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and project-specific requirements. Identify unsafe behaviors and working conditions, communicate corrective actions, and exercise stop-work authority when necessary. Participate in incident and near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation. Collaborate with supervisors, contractors, and field personnel to promote safe work practices and accountability. Assist with permit-to-work procedures and provide oversight of high-risk activities as needed. Maintain accurate safety documentation, including inspection reports, training records, incident reports, and other required documentation. Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen overall safety performance and jobsite safety culture. Required Qualifications Previous experience in a Safety Specialist, Safety Technician, HSE, or similar role within industrial construction, oil and gas, or another high-risk industry. Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, industry standards, and general jobsite safety practices. Experience conducting safety inspections, hazard assessments, and toolbox talks. Familiarity with JHAs/JSAs, incident reporting, and corrective action tracking. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with field crews, contractors, and leadership. Ability to work onsite in Brownsville, Texas, with an active presence in daily field operations. Preferred Qualifications OSHA 30 certification or other relevant safety credentials. Experience supporting pipeline, facility, fabrication, or heavy industrial construction projects. Knowledge of high-risk activities, including excavation, lifting and rigging, hot work, confined space entry, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO). Experience with incident investigations, safety performance metrics, and contractor safety management. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a proactive, approachable, and hands-on safety professional who understands the importance of maintaining a strong safety presence in the field. They can recognize potential hazards before incidents occur, communicate safety expectations effectively, and build positive working relationships with field personnel and leadership. A successful candidate will be comfortable spending the majority of their time onsite, actively engaging with crews, addressing safety concerns, and promoting a culture where safety is a shared responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr