DescriptionThe Health and Safety Specialist will be responsible for the promotion and execution of Health and Safety (H&S) programs for Citizens Bank. The primary objective is to ensure we are delivering a safe and healthful property portfolio for our colleagues, customers and vendors.The Health and Safety Specialist plays a critical role in building a wellness and safety culture through colleague engagement, issue resolution, education and operational delivery.Primary responsibilities include:
Driving behavior to enable colleagues to work safely everyday
Developing and delivering engaging health and safety training content on-site, on-line or via toolbox talks
Promoting the personal benefits of embracing health and safety topics
Utilizing analytical data to develop training content that reduces risk for colleagues, customers and vendors
Conducting site visits to assess effectiveness of training content and adjusting as necessary
Developing processes and procedures
Supporting Citizens Bank H&S programs as required
Responding to issues and/or emergencies at various locations throughout the footprint
Providing identification, guidance, and oversight of industrial hygiene issues
Supporting the planning and execution of project work with asbestos /mold remediation and water/flood mitigation oversight
Developing a thorough working knowledge of properties under management and any unique risks they pose
Supporting Property Services staff in identification and resolution of facilities related issues
Ensuring H&S work orders (both reactive and preventative) are completed in a timely manner
Providing H&S awareness for colleagues
This role requires occasional travel to locations throughout the bank’s footprint. The chosen candidate will be required to work on in the field, at a regional office or performing site visits at least three days a week, unless traveling. QualificationsExperience and Skills:
3 or more years of Health, Safety and Environmental experience in a non-industrial setting
Ability to work under pressure with efficiency and accuracy
Ability to travel as required
Ability to assess, identify and mitigate risk issues, including the proper allocation and management of such risks
Possess strong organizational and planning skills to aid in prioritizing workload
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when interacting with branch and office colleagues, project teams and stakeholders
Strong MS Office skills including MS Word, MS Power Point, and MS Excel
Educational, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials:
Bachelor’s Degree required
OSHA Certification -10 hr preferred
Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional or Safety Management Specialist preferred
Hours & Work ScheduleHours per Week: 40Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30AM – 5:00PM #LI-CITIZENS2Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.Equal Employment OpportunityAt Citizens we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and treat everyone with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on experience, performance, and ability. Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender individuals who are transitioning, have transitioned, or are perceived to be transitioning to the gender with which they identify), genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.Equal Employment and Opportunity EmployerCitizens is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective affiliates.Why Work for UsAt Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growthBackground CheckAny offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.