Safety and Occupational Health Specialist- PA-08-3105

Safety and Occupational Health Specialist- PA-08-3105 Williamsburg, VA RBCI is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides information technology and professional services to commercial clients, the Department of Defense (DoD), and other federal agencies. RBCI provides generous benefits including health, vision, dental, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Position Summary RBCI seeks a Safety and Occupational Health Specialist to support the Navy Medical Readiness Logistics Command (NMRLC) by ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and occupational health standards within a warehouse environment. This work is onsite at the Williamsburg, VA office, and 5%-10% travel may be required. This position is contingent upon contract award. (Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply.) Duties & Responsibilities Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and occupational health requirements across warehouse, production, maintenance, and logistics operations. Implement, manage, and enforce safety and occupational health programs in accordance with DoD, Department of the Navy (DON), OSHA, and NMRLC policies, procedures, and standards. Conduct job hazard analyses (JHA) and workplace evaluations to identify potential safety, health, and environmental hazards in production activities, equipment operations, and warehouse functions. Investigate mishaps, accidents, and near‑miss incidents by analyzing events, conducting interviews, reviewing environmental factors, and evaluating contractor training records to identify causal and contributing factors. Develop, recommend, and implement corrective actions and preventative measures to reduce risk of injury, illness, or property damage. Apply knowledge of hazardous material and waste management, handling, storage, and disposal regulations. Adapt and apply safety and environmental practices where guidance is limited or unavailable, using professional judgment and risk management principles. Develop, update, and implement safety procedures, instructions, and controls, including innovative safety solutions for warehouse and production operations. Provide safety and occupational health training to contractor personnel, ensuring understanding of safety concepts, hazard awareness, and safe work practices. Conduct inspections and surveys of work areas to assess compliance with safety, fire protection, and environmental standards, and track corrective actions to closure. Maintain documentation and records related to safety training, inspections, hazard reports, mishap investigations, and corrective action plans. Coordinate with management, government representatives, and operational leads on safety matters and continuous improvement initiatives. Operate material handling equipment as required to support safety inspections and training activities within warehouse environments. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management to support safety, environmental, and occupational health objectives. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum of five years of experience in a warehouse environment. Knowledge of safety and occupational health principles, practices, procedures, and standards. Knowledge of environmental concepts, principles, and practices. Familiarity with chemical, biological, and ecological concepts and the skill to adapt practices where guidance is not established. Knowledge of hazardous waste management and disposal regulatory requirements. Knowledge of job hazard analysis and other analytical techniques sufficient to conduct mishap investigations and identify causal factors. Skill in devising innovative safety procedures to minimize injury or property damage. Knowledge of safety training concepts and the ability to train contractor personnel. A valid driver’s license for stand‑up and 4‑6K forklifts. OSHA Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO). Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Regularly required to talk or hear; use hands/fingers; frequently stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision and focus adjustment. Noise level is typically low to moderate. Note This job description does not confine the job to only the duties listed; employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as directed by authorized supervisors. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions that may be modified to accommodate disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract; employment is at will. RBCI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr RB Consulting Inc