Industrial/Hygiene Safety Specialist II

Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. is hiring an Industrial/ Hygiene Safety Specialist II in Carlsbad, NM.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

This position will provide oversight of the WIPP prime contractor’s ISMS program and program changes, and its management of its ISMS program per pre-developed Criterion, Review and Approach Documents (CRADs). Support CBFO in developing the DOE ISMS Declaration report, support CBFO in ISMS improvement planning activities, assist CBFO in the review, comment, and recommendations for revision to the contractor ISMS Report, and its program plan, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical reports. Provide support, including researching and retrieving reports, assessments, procedures, and other records for safety, health, and industrial hygiene support. Participate in ISMS-related assessment and oversight activities, participate in evaluation of contractor Worker Safety and Health Programs in accordance with the requirements of 10 CFR 851 and the review and approval of hazard controls. Support CBFO in performance of routine and ad-hoc reviews, assessments, and oversight walk downs of: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements; and, general industrial safety and health verification/oversight activities. Provide technical support to CBFO in its investigation, evaluation, resolution, and prevention of emerging or ad-hoc safety and health issues. Support and provide program management of the DOE Technical Qualification Program (TQP) including tracking of qualification status, organization and maintaining a consolidated list of TQP qualifications and results, and other activities as needed to maintain the TQP program as current and functioning.

This position will additionally, provide adequate support to CBFO senior management and anticipate informational needs. Provide routine & special coverage for assigned facilities in accordance with local documents & DOE orders. Including Event Learning Reviews, field walkdowns, and critical work activities. Talk with plant personnel to become knowledgeable of current activities, attitudes, and concerns. Perform issue follow-up and closeout of Issue Collection and Evaluation (ICE) and DevonWay issues. Initiate Stop Work Actions and support the issuance of Stop Work Orders. Participate in selected "one time" teams/events such as operational readiness review teams, and investigative teams.
Pay range: $36.71-$42.90

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in a physical science, engineering, or technical discipline, or a related field (as approved by the Contracting Officer) AND 15 years of experience in industrial safety or industrial hygiene OR 20 years of demonstrated knowledge and specialized industrial safety or industrial hygiene experience. Certified industrial hygienist (CIH) credentials and/or certified safety professional (CSP) credentials are preferred. Specialized experience may include: developing, implementing, interpreting, and enforcing the Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) at DOE sites; demonstrated knowledge and application of 10 CFR 851.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability