Health & Safety Specialist – 12 Month Contract

Gateway Services Inc.

. Build trusted working relationships with Managing Directors, Regional Managers, Care Center Managers and Team Members .

Posted 10/8/2026contractRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Occupational Health & Safety, including conducting workplace inspections, incident investigations, and job-hazard analysis. Capable of implementing safety policies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety practices and prevent incidents.

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Occupational Health & Safety DegreeWorkplace InspectionsIncident InvestigationsJob-Hazard AnalysisSafety Policy Implementation

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Hard Skills

Safety AuditsHazard AssessmentsRisk IdentificationCorrective Action Follow-ThroughPPE RecommendationsRecordkeepingSafety Training ProgramsData AnalysisReturn-to-Work PlansFleet Safety Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsSound JudgmentCalm Response to Urgent SituationsDependable Follow-ThroughAbility to Work Independently

Certifications & Qualifications

Occupational H&S Certification

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing SafetyDistribution SafetyMulti-Site OperationsEnvironmental HealthSafety Management Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build trusted working relationships with Managing Directors, Regional Managers, Care Center Managers and Team Members
Understand operational priorities and safety challenges, provide practical advice and help resolve routine H&S matters
Conduct workplace inspections, audits, job-hazard assessments and exposure assessments
Identify unsafe conditions, work methods and behaviors; recommend practical controls, PPE and preventive actions
Follow corrective actions through to completion
Respond to workplace incidents and vehicle accidents through established protocols
Gather facts and evidence, support investigations, identify contributing causes and recommend recurrence-prevention actions
Collaborate with Operations, Fleet, HR and other Gateway partners on cross-functional incidents
Provide field information and local support following workplace injuries
Help implement approved return-to-work plans and identify barriers to safe, sustainable returns
Implement safety policies, tools, campaigns and learning programs
Support safety discussions and committees, reinforce safe Care Center practices, and help managers address CSR driving safety and incident prevention
Maintain regional safety information and analyze incident, hazard and assessment trends
Identify recurring risks and recommend practical improvements
Travel to Gateway Care Centers and other operational locations across the regional territory

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, Environmental Engineering or a related field
At least four years of relevant safety experience, ideally in manufacturing, distribution or another multi-site operational environment
Experience with workplace inspections, incident investigations and job-hazard analysis
Working knowledge of applicable H&S requirements and accurate recordkeeping
Ability to assess hazards and recommend practical controls
Strong communication skills and ability to explain safety requirements to operational leaders and frontline Team Members
Sound judgment, calm response to urgent situations and dependable follow-through
Comfort working independently across a geographically dispersed territory
New employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
Fleet safety experience, exposure to safety or environmental management systems, and a relevant occupational H&S certification or designation are assets rather than requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
401(k) with employer match
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
Employee Assistance Program and Gateway CarePath
Pet Insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Employee Discount Marketplace
Professional development and career growth opportunities