Navy Safety & Occupational Health Specialist

THOR Solutions is seeking a highly motivated Navy Safety & Occupational Health Specialist to support an upcoming contract at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport. The specialist will support the Navy Safety and Occupational Health (NAVOSH) program with documentation and safety web-based information services.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Safety Program Inspection Schedule: Develop and submit an annual Safety Program Inspection Schedule for review and approval. Communicate upcoming inspections to the applicable code at least two weeks prior to the scheduled inspection.
• Data Files and NAVOSH Database: Create and maintain data files (hard copy and electronic) associated with queries, audits, inspections, and self-assessments on a daily basis. Enter identified deficiencies into the NAVOSH database and generate reports for review and approval.
• Safety Office Web Pages: Monitor Safety Office web pages monthly and provide recommendations for updating regulations, policies, and procedures. Update web pages upon receipt of approved recommendations.
• Safety Inspector Meetings and Minutes: Attend monthly safety inspector meetings, providing technical inputs on inspection procedures. Record and disseminate meeting minutes.
• NAVOSH Program Manual: Update the NAVOSH Program Manual in accordance with changes to instructions and program manuals, providing recommendations for review and approval.

Location: Onsite at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport, in Newport/Middletown, RI.

DoD Secret Security Clearance Eligibility Required: This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate will already possess an active or interim Secret clearance (highly preferred) or be eligible to obtain a new clearance upon hire.

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• At least five (5) years' specialized experience in or related to safety and occupational health for safety programs. Experience gained in a US Navy/DOD environment is highly preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with:
  • Applying safety and occupational health laws, regulations, principles, theories, practices, and procedures to advise on or resolve technical matters dealing with occupational safety and health requirements.
  • Safety and occupational health standards, regulations, practices, and procedures to eliminate or control potential hazards.
  • Safety and health (including explosives) standards, environmental conditions, protective devices, accident prevention, and work processes.
• Proficiency with common productivity software including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

THOR is proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. THOR does not discriminate against a qualified applicant because of their status as a protected veteran, or their relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members.

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