Senior Health & Safety Specialist

Role Description The Senior Health & Safety Specialist is a part-time, remote role responsible for leading health, safety, and environmental initiatives for client organizations. This position involves assessing workplace risks, developing and updating safety policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. The specialist will conduct virtual audits and inspections, review incident reports, and recommend corrective and preventive actions. Daily tasks include designing and delivering safety training programs, advising on occupational health practices, and providing guidance to HR and management teams on best practices. The role also requires preparing concise reports, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with stakeholders to foster a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Health & Safety and Workplace Safety skills, with experience overseeing safety programs and risk assessments.
• Candidates should possess expertise in Occupational Health and Environment Health and Safety (EHS), including familiarity with relevant regulations and standards.
• Candidates should possess experience in Safety Training, including designing training materials and delivering sessions to diverse audiences.
• Candidates should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Relevant professional certifications in health and safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent) are beneficial.
• Experience advising multiple stakeholders and working with cross-functional teams, ideally within HR or organizational development contexts.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage priorities, and communicate clearly in English, both written and verbal.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety Management, Environmental Science, or a related discipline is preferred.