The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving our EHS programs to align with operational goals and ensure a safe, compliant, and sustainable workplace. This role is responsible for the execution of the program in completion. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory bodies, conducting risk assessments, and leading safety audits to mitigate hazards. The EHS Specialist will lead incident investigations, provide EHS training, and champion sustainability initiatives. In addition, this role oversees facility maintenance, manages emergency preparedness, and ensures contractors adhere to EHS standards.

Responsibilities:

• EHS Program Development: Design, implement, and continuously improve EHS policies, procedures, and training programs that align with our operational goals.
• Compliance Management: Ensure the company complies with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards, maintaining proper documentation and reporting any incidents.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct regular workplace audits, risk assessments, and safety inspections to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Training & Education: Develop and deliver training sessions for employees on health and safety practices, emergency response protocols, and environmental stewardship.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Collaborate with leadership to drive environmental sustainability projects, such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and pollution prevention.
• Facility Management: Oversee facility maintenance and safety, including managing physical building inspections, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring that equipment and systems are functioning optimally.
• Emergency Preparedness: Coordinate emergency response plans and drills, ensuring readiness for potential emergencies such as fires, chemical spills, or medical incidents.
• Regulatory Reporting: Prepare and submit reports to regulatory agencies as required, including injury logs, environmental permits, and safety performance metrics.
• Vendor & Contractor Management: Oversee third-party contractors and vendors to ensure they comply with EHS requirements and safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in an EHS role, preferably in a startup or fast-paced environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant EHS regulations.
• Certification(s) such as CSP, ASP, or CIH (preferred but not required).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to assess risk in a proactive manner.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train and influence employees across all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-moving environment.
• Experience in leading sustainability or environmental stewardship programs (preferred).

For more information visit, EHS Specialist or contact Karis Byrd kbyrd@fiberglobal.com.

SMG is seeking a Safety Advisor/Permit Writer for a night shift position in Indianapolis, Indiana. The schedule for this role is Monday through Friday, 6 pm to 4 am. Some weekend shifts will be needed.

The key function of a Permit Writer is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize clients’ needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change.

Overview of Job Responsibilities

• Complete work permits (hot work, CSE, trenching, and Safe Work permits)
• Monitor work area during the duration of open permits
• Provide general HSE support (i.e., job observations)
• Site safety observations, including documentation of findings
• Facilitate corrective measures where warranted
• Represent the contractor or Owner in progress meetings
• Write permits that align with current construction or general industry projects
• Verify compliance with safety policies and procedures as required by law and the Owner

Requirements

• 5+ years of Construction and/or General Industry permitting experience
• A degree in safety or related is preferred
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of confined space, hot work, and general permitting
• Ability to work nights and weekends (if needed)

For more information visit Safety Management Group – Safety Advisor/Permit Writer – Nights.

SMG is seeking a local Safety Advisor – Owner’s Rep with Construction experience in the South Central, Indiana. Project location sites include: Paoli, Bedford, Bloomington, and Morgan Hospital.

The key function is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible regarding change and travel. This person will travel to different project sites and provide safety coverage to construction and maintenance work. 

Overview of Job Responsibilities

• Check qualifications and safety/compliance software updates.
• Ensure compliance with infection control precautions
• Represent the Owner in progress meetings
• Conduct Pre-Construction Risk Assessments (PCRA) and Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM) assessments and track for conformity
• Conduct Facilities Staff Safety Training and other job-specific training as necessary
• Conduct accident investigations, coordinate post-incident review meetings, and provide after-action reporting
• Provide Program Management for the Contractor Safety Prequalification Program
• Site safety observations, including documentation of findings
• Site safety responsibilities in a hospital setting supporting Facilities, Design, and Construction.
• Facilitate corrective measures where warranted
• Representing the contractor or Owner in progress meetings
• Verify compliance with safety policies and procedures as required by law and the Owner
• Performing and documenting site safety assessments
• Working with contractors to review and complete Job Hazard Analysis
• Auditing company safety manuals and reviewing documentation for prequalification
• Conduct Safety Orientations for Contractors
• Owner’s Rep on a new construction project

Requirements

• 7+ years of construction safety experience (preferred experience within the Healthcare industry)
• Knowledgeable of safety/risk on a large-scale construction project through the various phases of work being conducted
• Knowledgeable on infection control
• Previous experience with OCIP a plus
• Ability to add value in the field and project meetings
• Degree in Safety or related fields
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course
• First-aid/CPR certification from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association

For more information visit Safety Management Group – Safety Advisor – Owner’s Rep.

We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Health and Safety professional to lead our plant’s safety initiatives. In this role, you’ll provide leadership, direction, and expertise to ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulations while driving best practices to improve operations. You’ll be the go-to expert for all things health and safety, making a tangible difference in the lives of our employees and the success of our plant.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and coordinate all health and safety training and audits for employees
• Responsible for interpretation of and compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulatory requirements relating to health and safety issues as well as interfacing with same during inspections and investigations
• Collaborate with Plant HR to manage Workers Compensation cases/issues regarding employees, third party administrators, state agency requirements, company attorneys and management; submit timely documentation/reports as required
• Monitor and ensure accident/incident investigations completed and appropriate follow-up/corrective actions implemented
• Provide health and safety guidance as well as monthly, semi-annual and annual performance statistics/ metrics to management
• Responsible for record keeping of training and workers compensation medical, audits and compliance documents
• Responsible for maintaining up-to-date written health and safety programs
• Complete occupational safety and health reporting required by federal and state regulatory requirements
• Assist Knauf Environmental team as needed to ensure environmental compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain Knauf’s compliance with Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) records by initiating the review process for all new chemicals coming into plants; arrange data entry and audit systems to maintain records
• Monitor Knauf’s compliance with federal and state regulations regarding plant activities
• Notify state agencies as required of any health and safety events or non-compliances
• Drive the highest level of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
• Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.

Qualifications

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in health and safety or related field preferred 

Experience:

• Minimum three (3) years of experience working with occupational health and safety regulatory issues
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in an industrial manufacturing facility 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of industrial hygiene and safety, occupational health and hazard communication
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements
• Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process
• Ability to communicate effectively across the organization
• Ability to quickly analyze information and make pragmatic decisions that will benefit the organization
• Ability to educate and train others in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment

For more information visit Health and Safety Manager.

SMG is seeking a Construction Safety Advisor for our Insights Team in Central Indiana.

The key function of a Safety Advisor is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change and travel. The Associate in this role will work in a construction environment.

This person will travel to different client sites throughout the state of Indiana.

Overview of Job Responsibilities

• Site safety observations, including documentation of findings
• Safety program review/development
• Visit Construction clients to perform site audits and assessments
• Provide training
• Administer Safety Partner Program to multiple clients
• Verify compliance with safety policies and procedures as required by law, the Owner, and contractors
• Provides incident management and support
• Documentation and Report preparation

Requirements

• Four plus years of construction safety experience
• A degree in safety or related fields is preferred
• CSP, CHST, STS-C is preferred but not required
• Experience reviewing safety programs
• Experience providing training and site audits
• First-aid/CPR certification from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association
• OSHA 30-hr Construction
• OSHA 510 preferred 

For more information visit Safety Advisor.