SAFETY SPECIALIST (Senior Level)

Tetra Tech, Inc.   Tetra Tech is a leading provider of environmental consulting, engineering and technical services, employing more than 8500 people worldwide. Whether we are contemplating the restoration of our environment or helping to revitalize our urban centers, we are thinking of clear sustainable solutions to resource management and infrastructure challenges. In fact, it's much more than what can be done today; it's what we'll be able to do tomorrow. We are searching for innovative people to join our team, and have the following opportunity. SUMMARY: Provide technical support to clients in the planning and implementation of industrial, occupational and construction safety program assessments. Could involve travel to a variety of client locations for short periods of time. Knowledge and understanding of DOE requirements applicable to 10 CFR 851 Worker Safety & Health Rule (WSH), 29 CFR 1910/1926 OSHA, and the DOE HSS Office of Enforcement web information on Price-Anderson Amendment Act, Worker Safety & Health, and Security is required. Ability to obtain a security clearance would be required.  Certified Industrial Hygienist required.  Ability to do marketing and business development in technical area also required.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.   Offsite activities will include: Review national standards, safety guidance, and Department of Energy requirements applicable to 10 CFR 851 Worker Safety & Health Rule (WSH), 29 CFR 1910/1926 OSHA, and the DOE HSS Office of Enforcement web information on Price-Anderson Amendment Act, Worker Safety & Health, and Security.   On-site activities will include: Support of a client-directed WSH team to include performing WSH issue interviews with line owners, review of pertinent documents, documenting noncompliance results and identifying 10 CFR 851 and OSHA appropriate citations, Assist in analyzing client WSH issues and producing noncompliance and trending reports, Assist in reconciling WSH records in the client’s database by reviewing reports and updating records, attending meetings and recording minutes. Develop written technical reports for delivery to clients, perform quality control review, and maintain deliverable quality in accordance with Project Plan and QA requirements Remain cognizant of safety and industrial hygiene regulations and requirements Interface and interacts with client and regulatory agencies Maintain membership in technical organizations pertinent to technical field of expertise EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from a 4-year college or university in Industrial Hygiene, Safety, or related science. Over ten years of relevant and progressive experience is required. Completion of 40-hour HAZWOPER training (with appropriate annual 8-hour refresher courses) strongly preferred. Certification as Industrial Hygienist.   OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Strong skills in written communication, information synthesis and analysis, and computer proficiency are required. Must be able to independently manage multiple projects with limited direction or supervision. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents written in English. Ability to search (primarily using the internet) for pertinent facts and data, analyze and evaluate information, and form accurate conclusions. Ability to compose clear, accurate reports. Ability to orally query and obtain information. Ability to speak effectively to clients and professional peers.   MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to comprehend and apply the principles of advanced mathematics, modern algebra, calculus, and advanced statistical theory. Ability to use spreadsheets and other computer based programs.   CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Ability to obtain a DOE security clearance.   REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described in this section are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will e made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.   WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, and in the field environment usually loud.   COMMENTS: Employee must be able to make frequent trips to local sites and travel via air and land on temporary assignments at client sites. Position requires the ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and to work overtime as needed without advance notice. Job Code : NUS/ALBQ/SAFETY SPECIALIST (Se Division/Department : NUS Travel Required : Yes Location: Albuquerque, NM 87110 Job Status/Type: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Biotech/R&D/Science Occupation: Environmental/Geological Testing & Analysis Work Experience: 10+ to 15 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Reference Code: 6229 Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. We are a diverse company, including individuals with expertise in science, research, engineering, construction, and information technology. Our strength is in collectively providing integrated services–delivering the best solutions to meet our clients’ needs. In a complex world with competing demands for limited resources, Tetra Tech offers clear solutions made possible with sound science, understanding, innovation, and industry-leading approaches. To be the premier worldwide consulting and engineering firm. Service Value Excellence Opportunity Tetra Tech will enhance the quality of life while creating value for customers, associates, investors, and ecosystem partners. Employees: 8,500 Revenue: $1.55 billion (FY 2007) NASDAQ Symbol: TTEK Corporate Office: 3475 East Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107; (626) 351-4664 Geographic reach: 275 offices worldwide