Safety Specialist (Kapolei, O'ahu)

Description

• Attend pre-construction meetings.
• Assist project teams in safety management and confirm compliance with our safety requirements.
• Assist in the administration and enforcement of the company substance abuse program (drug & alcohol policy).
• Conducts inspections and enforces adherence to laws, regulations, or company policies governing worker health and safety.
• Conducts and documents safety inspections to ensure compliance with the company’s safety & health program.
• Inspects machinery, equipment and working conditions at construction sites to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health and regulations, other state and federal regulations governing the construction industry, and/or company practices and procedures.
• Attends conferences, seminars, and courses to maintain continued awareness of safety programs.
• Plans, administers, implements, and coordinates the company’s safety programs to control risks and losses.
• Assist the region in performing root cause analysis for incidents and accidents.
• Coaches’ employees to meet the expectations with regards to the company safety program.
• Assists in rehabilitation of workers after accidents/injuries and makes sure they return to work successfully.
• Prepares and conducts safety orientations, trainings, and meetings.
• Participates in incident management and investigation.
• Responsible for compliance with required training programs and record keeping.
• Maintains liaison with outside organizations to assure information exchange and mutual assistance.

Requirements

• Understands and interprets local, state, and federal regulations and statutes relative to environmental safety, employee safety, and workers’ compensation to ensure the company is compliant.
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the US without employer sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point are required as they will make your start here with us much smoother.
• At least 1-3 years of field experience in safety or construction preferred.

Benefits

• Perks & Community Programs: Charitable contribution matching, paid volunteer time, and retail discounts.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As a partially employee-owned company, GBI offers eligible employees the opportunity to build long-term wealth through shared ownership.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $700 per year for participating in healthy lifestyle activities.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Low-cost plan options, including Premera HSA (WA, OR, CA), Kaiser HMO (OR, CA, HI), and HMSA (HI). Preventive care is covered at 100%.
• 401(k) + Profit Sharing: Immediate eligibility with generous annual employer contributions that go beyond traditional match programs.
• Training & Career Growth: Access to leadership development programs, mentorship, and career advancement support.
• Parental & Family Leave: One paid bonding week, with additional unpaid leave available.
• Employee Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and receive bonuses for successful referrals.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 26 days of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, plus life insurance coverage up to 1.5x your annual salary.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance