Safety Officer Job Description

Safety Officer Job Description

Job Title

Safety Officer

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Company Description

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✅ Your mission
✅ The products and/or services that support this mission
✅ The type and number of customers you serve
✅ Your mid- and long-term goals, with concrete figures
✅ Any other ambitious projects (geographic expansion, new verticals, etc.)

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Job Brief

As a Safety Officer, you will be integral to ensuring our workplace remains a safe environment for all employees. Your role will involve developing and implementing safety protocols, conducting regular audits, and fostering a culture of safety throughout the company.

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✅ Its position in the organizational chart
✅ The scope of responsibility including (if applicable) the size of the team to be managed
✅ One or two specific, long-term objectives for the position

Key Responsabilities

• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards.
• Develop and enforce comprehensive safety policies and procedures.
• Lead safety training sessions to educate employees on best practices.
• Investigate and document accidents and incidents to determine root causes.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other relevant safety regulations.
• Prepare detailed safety reports and documentation for management review.
• Collaborate with management and staff to address safety concerns and implement solutions.
• Promote a culture of safety through effective communication and initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications

🎓 Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred. Certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or OSHA certification are advantageous.

💪 Typically, 3-5 years of experience in a safety-related role is expected.

🎯 Main Hard Skills

• Risk Assessment
• Regulatory Compliance
• Incident Investigation
• Safety Training
• Data Analysis
• Report Writing

🙂 Main Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Leadership

Conditions & Benefits

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✅ Employment type: Full-time, part-time, freelance, contract, etc.
✅ Location: City + any location-specific benefits
✅ Work schedule: Remote, in-office, or hybrid (ideally with details on the expected balance)
✅ Salary: You can choose to provide a range or leave it unspecified.
✅ Benefits: Outline what you offer in terms of healthcare, wellness programs, parental leave, transportation stipends, and more.

💡 Tip: Work conditions are one of the most important factors for candidates when considering a job. Transparency and honesty go a long way.

Interview Process

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1️⃣ Initial phone screening with (Recruiter’s Name), our (Recruiter’s Title) - 30 min
2️⃣ Interview with (Hiring Manager’s Name “HM”), our (HM’s Role) - 45 min
3️⃣ Case study with (HM’s Name), our (HM’s Role) - 1 hour in person
4️⃣ Cultural fit interview with (HM’s Manager’s Name), our (Manager’s Role) - 30 min in person
5️⃣ Team meeting with (HM’s Team Name) – in person
6️⃣ Reference checks