Health and Safety Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Role: Safety Officer

Location: Bayonne, NJ

Work Type: Full-time | Onsite

Schedule: Rotational Monday-Sunday | 7:00 AM-4:30 PM

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced EHS/Safety professional to support ship repair operations in a shipyard environment. The role assists with daily safety inspections, accident investigations, employee and subcontractor training, safety audits, regulatory compliance, and workplace hazard evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Safety Manager with daily safety inspections onboard vessels and throughout the shipyard and facility.

• Conduct accident investigations, safety studies, and recommend corrective actions.

• Implement and conduct employee safety and health training programs, including annual safety training.

• Perform weekly safety audits of vessels, facilities, and drydock operations.

• Test, calibrate, and operate safety testing equipment; interpret results and inspect, test, and evaluate vessel spaces.

• Determine when additional evaluation by a Certified Marine Chemist is required.

• Coordinate with personnel to ensure compliance with company safety policies, contract safety requirements, and state and federal regulations.

• Conduct safety training for subcontractors.

• Complete incident reports for all workplace injuries.

• Support the Safety Manager with overall safety programs and ship repair operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a safety-focused role; shipyard or ship repair experience preferred.

• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Knowledge of vessel structure, locations, and spaces is a plus.

• Strong knowledge of current OSHA standards.

• Basic computer skills.

• Must have or be able to obtain Shipyard Competent Person Certification.

• Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.

• Ability to work a rotational schedule, including Monday through Sunday, 7:00 AM-4:30 PM.

• Strong communication, observation, investigation, and safety-compliance skills.

• Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to squat, stand, climb ladders, and enter/exit confined spaces, tanks, and voids.

• Ability to walk long distances across large vessels and shipyard facilities.

• Ability to conduct inspections in active shipyard and marine environments.

• Ability to wear required PPE and perform safety-related field duties.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary

• Health & Dental Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Training & Advancement Opportunities

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.