Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

The Occupational Safety and Health Specialist will serve as a point of contact between the Facilities and Site Services Department, and the Occupational Safety and Health Division of the Laboratory. This position will provide technical support and consultation in support of PPPL's various elements and safety programs. As a member of the Occupational Safety & Health team, you will be responsible for Laboratory personnel and other safety members in maintaining and monitoring various occupational safety programs. Must have solid knowledge and working experience in the detection and control of hazards involved within industrial environments.

The work may include Permit Required Confined Spaces, hoisting and rigging, scaffolding, and excavations.

Must be able to apply OSHA, DOE, NFPA, ANSI, and other pertinent federal, state, and local regulatory requirements within a multi-program national laboratory.

The program elements include policy and procedural compliance and tracking, safety and health program oversight, injury reporting analysis, and safety training. 

This is a field-based position that provides support for maintenance activities, minor renovation work, and experimental installation.
  

As the Occupational Safety and Health Specialist, you will conduct task-specific job safety analyses (JHAs) for work performed in various industrial and mechanical areas. The Specialist reviews safety programs to evaluate their effectiveness and ensure their implementation. Assistance in the investigation of accidents and determining causative factors to prevent recurrence are amongst the responsibilities for this position. You will conduct health and safety reviews in various maintenance activities to identify unsafe conditions and make appropriate recommendations. Additionally, you will provide oversight and support in field activities. 

A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source. With an eye on the future and in response to national priorities, PPPL also has begun a strategic shift from a singular focus on fusion energy to a multi-focus approach that includes microelectronics, quantum information science, and sustainability science. Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to make their mark on our world. PPPL aims to attract and support people with a rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and cultural viewpoints. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and believe that each member of our team contributes to our scientific mission in their own unique way. Come join us!

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Core Duties: 

• Provides customer service-based technical consultation. May serve as a Division Liaison or Health and Safety Representative. Understands the customer division’s work activities, personnel, and associated hazards.
• Assists in hazard identification and the development of controls appropriate to the hazard and work being performed.
• Assists with appropriate technical support required to implement and interpret PPPL ES&H policies and procedures.
• Must demonstrate excellent writing skills.
• Participates in incident reviews of illnesses, injuries, accidents, and other safety and environmental incidents.
• Serves as the Lead and coordinates the EHS review of formal authorizations (e.g., WPC Activity, Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and other work packages or procedures.
• Develops and/or leads cross-functional EHS teams when necessary to assess complex operations and equipment
• Proactively meets with Department Responsible Mangers, and supervisors to review needs, performance data and convey pertinent safety information.
• Manage assigned programs such as Permit Required Confined Space, powered industrial, and other special purpose vehicles, hot work, etc.
• Conduct physical inspections of work areas for compliance, audit programs and collect/organize data needed for monthly/ annual reporting requirements.
• Review process changes, events, structures, and equipment for safety compliance
• Other job related duties as assigned  

Education and Experience

• Broad level of knowledge equivalent to that which would be obtained in a course of study in specialty fields such as Occupational Safety, or an equivalent combination of relevant academic degree(s) and/ or professional work experience.
• BS/BA in specialty field, science, or engineering preferred but not required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must demonstrate ability and experience in leading an interdisciplinary ES&H team and developing and presenting briefings, developing/ conducting training, and reports.
• Must have ability to work under short-term deadlines while managing several different projects concurrently. Must have demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply safe practices, applications and interpret laws/regulations as applicable to safety compliance and laboratory operations.
• Must wear PPE when required (safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves, respirator, harnesses, etc.)
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and Google applications.

Certificates and Licenses

• Associate Safety Professional, Certified Safety Professional or the ability to work toward and obtain a professional certification desired.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform the following physical activities: extensive walking and standing, kneeling, squatting, use of tools/keyboard/writing, etc.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions

• Most duties will be in a field or industrial environment with 15% of time spent in an office setting.
• Occasional work outdoors, in varying weather, to include heat and cold may be required.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.