H&S Specialist

EnSafe is hiring a full-time Health and Safety Specialist in a staff augmentation role to support our client in Hartford, CT. This position is a 12-month contract with the opportunity for extensions.

EnSafe is an employee-owned, global environmental consulting and engineering firm. We strive to provide cutting-edge, creative solutions for our clients. EnSafe specializes in custom solutions in Environmental Management and Planning, Civil Design Engineering, Environmental Restoration, Natural & Water Resources, Health & Safety, and Technology with offices operating within the US.

What We Are Looking For

An experienced Health & Safety Specialist who can translate regulations into clear, site-specific procedures, run effective audits, investigate incidents, and help build a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional growth.

EnSafe emphasizes empowering staff to practice our profession passionately and without limitations.

What You Will Be Doing:

• The person hired for this position will primarily perform health & safety (H&S) consulting services including industrial hygiene (air quality, noise, etc.) surveys in various industries (e.g., aerospace, manufacturing, and pulp and paper); indoor air quality surveys; health and safety written program development, safety risk assessments; safety training, and other similar services.

• Proven experience applying OSHA regulations and conducting safety audits and inspections, with the ability to convert findings into site-specific procedures and corrective actions.
• Design and deliver on-site and classroom training for small and large groups; able to present audit findings, lead toolbox talks, and communicate safety expectations clearly to field crews, leadership, and regulators.
• Investigate incidents, perform hazard assessments, and maintain accurate safety documentation and regulatory recordkeeping.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills-able to produce clear reports, safety plans, and regulatory correspondence.
• Collaborative, detail-focused, and proactive in building a supportive, safety-first culture that encourages continuous improvement.

What You Will Need:

• BA or BS Degree in Occupational Health or environmental engineering, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related Health & Safety field is required.
• 3-5 years of experience of Health and Safety coordination in manufacturing, industrial facilities, or construction sites. EHS consulting experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Experience in Lock Out Tag out, PPE equipment, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Job Safety Analysis, is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Strong work ethic, responsible, and dependable.
• Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• This position requires analytical thinking, initiative, and accountability.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, kneel, lift 50 lbs., throughout the day with frequent walking throughout a production floor communicating with employee groups.
• Professional certifications are encouraged to be pursued.

About EnSafe

EnSafe began as a two-person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients. We nurture our people with growth and development opportunities. We build enduring, trustful relationships with each of our clients, with a focus on high ethical and safety standards. We build this reputation by attracting high-quality people and retaining them for the long term.

At EnSafe, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at our company.

EnSafe is committed to being an EEO employer and all qualified candidates