Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Overview

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of patients, staff, visitors, and the environment by preventing accidents, promoting a safe work environment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

• Develop, implement, and update safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of the workplace to identify potential hazards, unsafe practices, and non-compliance with safety standards.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near-misses, and safety-related incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective action plans.
• Monitor compliance with safety regulations, codes, and standards, such as OSHA regulations, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, NFPA 99 Healthcare Facilities Code, and The Massachusetts State Building Code.
• Perform pre-construction risk assessments, along with a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and fire safety plans.
• Routinely liaise with local authorities having jurisdiction for building inspections and permitting related to construction, fire, and life safety.

• Knowledgeable of local, state, and national safety regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Act and relevant industry regulations and guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and develop effective safety strategies.
• Keen eye for detail to identify potential safety hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Strong leadership qualities to effectively educate and motivate employees to adhere to safety guidelines.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and work in diverse environments.

Minimum of an Associate's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Construction Safety, or related field;
Bachelor's degree highly preferred.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

CSP, CHST, OSHA 30 Hour preferred

Safety-related experience 2-3 years required; experience working in a healthcare environment highly preferred.

Remote Type
:
Onsite

Work Location
: 125 Nashua Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours
: 40

Employee Type
:
Regular

Work Shift
:
Day (United States of America)

Pay Range
: $63,648.00 - $90,750.40/Annual

Grade
: 6

Mass General Brigham values the unique contributions of every team member. Our compensation statements are estimates based on minimum qualifications and may vary by experience, education, certifications, and other factors. In addition to base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

EEO Statement:

Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities during the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

For accommodations under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, contact Human Resources at .

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework includes ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, inform hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and build a strong talent pipeline.