Safety Specialist

About the role

As a Safety Specialist in Los Angeles, CA, you will be at the heart of ensuring safe, reliable journeys for thousands every day. Your expertise will help secure the Automated People Mover system, connecting communities and supporting sustainable mobility across the city. You'll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, operations, and design — solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility. As Safety Specialist, you will drive operational excellence and safety culture in every aspect of the Automated People Mover system.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and oversight of Public Transit Agency Safety Plan requirements for APM operations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce Roadway Worker Protection programs, including training and compliance monitoring.
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures aligned with regulatory and operational safety needs.
• Provide field safety oversight for operations, maintenance, and contractor activities to ensure safe execution.
• Support and lead incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering, Transportation, or equivalent experience.
• Experience or understanding of rail transit, Automated People Mover systems, or regulated environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for risk assessments and safety analyses.
• Ability to develop and enforce SOPs in compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Proven communication, leadership, and collaboration skills to build trust-based relationships and empower teams.

How Success Is Measured

• Effective implementation and compliance with CPUC, OSHA, and safety regulations.
• Continuous improvement in safety performance metrics and reduction of incidents.
• Positive feedback from teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies on safety culture and practices.

Benefits

• Collaborate with diverse teams and helpful colleagues across functions.
• Benefit from award-winning learning and development opportunities.
• Enjoy a fair, dynamic reward package and comprehensive social coverage.

Pay

Salary Range: $95,000 - $115,000