Lead Safety Specialist Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) - $100,000/yr.

Lead Safety Specialist Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity | Travel Required

We are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Safety Specialist to support and strengthen Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs across assigned locations. This role is responsible for promoting a strong culture of workplace safety, ensuring compliance with environmental and occupational safety regulations, and supporting day-to-day EHS operations in a fast-paced corporate environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in occupational safety programs, auditing, incident investigation, compliance management, and team leadership. This is a highly collaborative role that partners closely with operations, workplace management, security teams, and leadership stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support EHS programs and initiatives to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, risk assessments, and workplace safety evaluations
• Maintain and track site safety metrics, documentation, and compliance records
• Lead incident investigations and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Coordinate and support Emergency Response Team (ERT) activities, including recruitment, training, and evacuation drills
• Deliver safety awareness training and promote a proactive safety culture
• Investigate employee safety concerns and provide timely resolutions
• Assist with emergency preparedness and after-hours response when necessary
• Support workplace health initiatives and return-to-office safety efforts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Security, Facilities, and Workplace Operations
• Prepare reports and communicate findings, concerns, and recommendations to management and stakeholders
• Support onsite and offsite events requiring health and safety oversight
• Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to safety and security personnel within assigned areas
• Support regional and global EHS projects and initiatives as needed
• Travel to additional locations as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of related EHS experience
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental health & safety standards
• Experience with audits, compliance programs, incident investigations, and risk mitigation
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred
• ISO 45001 experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Visio
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience leading teams and collaborating across departments

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have reliable transportation and communication
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be willing to complete pre-employment screening, including background investigation and drug screening
• Valid passport or ability to obtain one required
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% or more, occasionally with limited notice
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends during emergencies or critical events

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a safety-focused professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, demonstrates strong leadership capabilities, and is passionate about creating and maintaining safe workplaces. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and capable of building strong partnerships across all levels of an organization.

Apply today to join a team committed to operational excellence, workplace safety, and continuous improvement.

About Us

Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we're looking for you to join the Securitas team. Benefits include:

• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.

About the Team

Our Company Mission: Securitas' mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits. Our Values: Securitas' core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community. Integrity: Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don't compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information. Vigilance: Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don't. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers' premises. Helpfulness: As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job.

Job Info

• Job Identification 170566
• Job Category Security Officers
• Posting Date 05/13/2026, 07:43 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations New York, NY, United States Manhattan, NY, United States
• Pay Range $100,000