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 Utqiavik, 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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