Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist

DP World – Moreno Valley, CA

Salary Range: $75,000 – $92,500 annually

Are you ready to help build a safety culture from the ground up?

DP World is seeking a driven and hands-on Safety Specialist to join our startup leadership team in Moreno Valley, CA. This is a rare opportunity to have direct input from Day 1 in shaping the safety culture, programs, training, and operational standards for a large-scale, high-volume warehouse operation.

This exciting startup operation will run 24/7 and support approximately 400 employees during steady state , scaling to approximately 1,000 employees during peak season . We are looking for a safety professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys building processes, and wants to make a visible impact within a growing operation.

What You’ll Do

As the Safety Specialist, you will play a key role in establishing and supporting a proactive safety culture focused on employee engagement, compliance, prevention, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations leadership to establish and maintain a strong safety-first culture from startup through steady-state operations

• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments throughout the warehouse operation

• Assist in the development and implementation of site-specific safety programs, SOPs, training materials, and compliance initiatives

• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and injury prevention strategies

• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and customer safety requirements

• Conduct safety orientations, training sessions, toolbox talks, and ongoing employee coaching

• Track and analyze safety KPIs, trends, and audit findings to drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Partner closely with HR, Operations, Quality, and leadership teams to address safety concerns and operational risks

• Assist with workers’ compensation processes, return-to-work coordination, and injury case management

• Participate in startup readiness activities including process development, warehouse layout reviews, equipment safety evaluations, and operational ramp-up planning

• Support employee engagement initiatives that promote safety awareness and accountability across all shifts

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting safety programs within warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, fulfillment, or distribution operations

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, warehouse safety practices, and incident investigation processes

• Experience conducting safety audits, training, and corrective action follow-up

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the operation

• Comfortable working in a highly visible onsite role within a fast-paced 24/7 environment

• Startup, high-growth, or peak season operational experience preferred

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk the warehouse floor for extended periods of time

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds

• Ability to work in a warehouse environment that may include varying temperatures, equipment noise, and operational activity

• Ability to work flexible schedules as business needs require, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak operational periods

Why DP World?

At DP World, we are transforming the future of global logistics and supply chain operations. We offer leaders and specialists the opportunity to make an immediate impact, build high-performing teams, and grow within a rapidly expanding global organization.

This is more than a Safety role — it is an opportunity to help shape the culture, influence operational excellence, and build something meaningful from the very beginning.

If you are energized by startup environments, operational challenges, and the opportunity to have a voice from Day 1, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help us build the future of logistics safely in Moreno Valley.

About the Role

How you will contribute

• Answer routine inquiries involving the collection, verification, and/or dissemination of human resources information on various topics such as disciplines, records, wages, absences, hiring, and policies and procedures.
• Participate in the recruitment process by reviewing resumes, posting jobs, interviewing candidates, conducting orientation and training, completing new hire paperwork and communications to the staff.
• Conduct new hire (safety) orientation for new employees, risk assessments and ongoing (safety) training. 
• Assist with payroll and payroll related records. Update and maintain employee information. Update and maintain HRIS systems.
• Maintain and gather information for and assists with the preparation of reports.
• Work with the Employee Representatives (Worker’s Counsel and/or Union) to resolve issues and grievances based on a good understanding of the Collective Agreement (if applicable).
• Ensure all employees are properly enrolled for benefits, and any changes are updated regularly.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, occupational illnesses and work refusals to determine causes and implement preventative measures to reduce or eliminate hazards.
• Maintain seniority lists and all other reports and data.
• Other duties as assigned

Your Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, or business or a field related to the position.

• Experience in performing professional level human resources, payroll, customer service, or general office duties in a logistics, manufacturing or related field.
• Additional education, training and/or work experience in area of specialization inherent to the position may be required.
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office products and HRIS systems.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures used in human resources.
• Knowledge and understanding of local laws, rules, and/or regulations affecting human resources administration; ability to develop a broad knowledge of those of the company.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DP World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, protected leave status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

California Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range listed above represents the anticipated base salary for this position in California. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs. Bonus eligibility and additional compensation opportunities may apply based on company policy and business performance.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

DP World is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please notify the recruiting team.

At-Will Employment Statement

Employment with DP World is at-will. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.