Incident Investigation Specialist

Talascend is currently seeking an Incident Investigation Specialist for a contract opportunity with our client in Winnemucca , Nevada .


Overview


In this role, you will assist in developing and implementing process improvement efforts to support ES&H (Environmental, Safety, and Health) tasks, particularly in incident investigations, root cause analysis, data capture, reporting, and Six Sigma methodologies. You will provide technical support and participate in ES&H learning and development activities, focusing on incident investigation and corrective actions. Additionally, you will support the identification of ES&H trends through inspections of project field activities and collaborate with various project teams to ensure ES&H compliance and best practices.


Responsibilities

• Coordinate a variety of ES&H disciplines to ensure implementation of the project's ES&H program and management system
• Develop and oversee incident investigation and root cause analysis programs
• Maintain ES&H databases, including incident events, audits, assessments, and corrective actions
• Perform statistical analysis of ES&H data to identify trends and recommend improvements
• Lead risk assessments, mitigation planning, and monitoring related to ES&H issues
• Prepare communications, reports, and documentation for program execution and record retention
• Manage incident notifications, investigations, and report writing
• Conduct root cause analysis using tools such as 5-Why, Why Tree, and Barrier Analysis
• Recommend and implement process and procedural improvements to reduce hazards
• Coordinate employee training on incident investigation and emergency preparedness
• Support ES&H recognition programs and provide technical advice on moderately complex issues
• Assist in researching regulatory standards and interpreting applicable ES&H requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree related to environmental, safety, health, education, or a science-related discipline
• 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree
• Strong experience in project construction and safety
• Knowledge of environmental and health construction standards
• Experience with incident investigation, root cause analysis, and associated tools
• Ability to develop reports, presentations, and manage resources effectively
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with learning and development systems, ES&H applications, and automation methods
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of the client's ES&H processes and procedures is a plus

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.


Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.