Arctic Safety Specialist - UIC Science

Overview

The UIC Science Arctic Safety Specialist manages all aspects of the UIC Science health, safety and environmental program. This position ensures a safe operating environment for UIC Science employees and clients to meet regulatory, company, and client expectations. The Arctic Safety Specialist is responsible for data entry and maintenance of a training database, record keeping, and reporting related to all job functions. This position will require time in the field away from home.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

- Manages operational safety in Utqiaġvik, remote Alaska locations, and coastal and inland waters.

- Develops safety standard operating procedures.

- Inspects and maintains facilities for OSHA compliance.

- Trains team members in safe operating protocols.

- Arranges team safety trainings and maintains records of certifications.

- Oversees proper storage of hazardous goods and shipping/receiving of hazardous materials.

- Provides snowmobile and ATV training curriculum to clients.

- Develops curriculum and conducts Arctic Field Training to clients and UIC personnel.

- Conducts client pre-deployment safety orientations.

- Adjusts orientation materials as necessary to meet changing internal and client requirements.

- Maintains records of insurance and registration for fleet vehicles.

- Prepares reports and presents safety updates to clients.

- Works closely with UIC Science Facilities Manager, Facilities Maintenance Technician, Laboratory Manager, and Project Managers.

- Provides logistical and administrative support as requested.

- Maintains training material library.

- Performs and oversees data entry for training and facilities databases.

- Maintains and provides quality control for training, training records and documentation.

- Maintains Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Binders in all facilities and adjust as necessary.

- Maintains Site Specific Safety Plans for UIC Science.

- Facilitates and completes project risk assessments for each supported project.

- Maintains project safety files on the SharePoint site.

- Other Duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. To receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English.

- Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

- High School diploma.

- 5 years of experience working in remote and extreme weather environments.

- Experience operating snowmachines and ATVs.

- Experience working in Indigenous communities.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in safety related field.

- Experience with facilities maintenance and management preferred.

Physical Demands:

- Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds.

- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.

- Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

- Occasional field work and deployment to remote locations may be required.

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