Senior Occupational Safety Professional

Apex is a growth-focused consulting and engineering firm where your career accelerates, your contributions shape communities, and your potential is fully realized. We invest in your development at every stage, offering autonomy and flexibility to work on projects that protect the environment and create lasting impact. Recognized for industry-leading growth, Apex combines strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to exceptional outcomes. All positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities.

About the role

This role focuses on employee accident prevention, executing occupational safety projects from start to finish at client sites. The position involves workplace and shop floor injury exposure assessments, safety program management evaluations, and continuous improvement support. While the primary technical area is Industrial/Occupational Safety, knowledge of Ergonomics and Industrial Hygiene is desirable. The role includes project leadership, independent work, and delivering results within budget and timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive occupational safety consulting services, including:
  • Conducting shop floor observations to identify, assess, and risk-rank employee injury exposures.
  • Devising solution options to mitigate injury exposures and assisting with implementation.
  • Monitoring the effectiveness of implemented solutions and analyzing client injury trends.
• Coordinate and execute industrial safety projects in collaboration with Apex project managers, adhering to organizational procedures and standards.
• Design, implement, and execute service plans in close collaboration with clients, monitoring and reporting progress.
• Act as an advisor to clients on occupational safety issues and provide input on potential new EHS projects.
• Participate in business development activities as directed.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations and stay updated on changes impacting the organization.
• Demonstrate strong technical writing, multitasking, and data management skills for report preparation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in a science or engineering field.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in occupational safety or employee accident prevention.
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) accreditation is desirable but not required.
• Active Secret Security clearance highly preferred (or willingness to obtain one).
• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, aerospace, defense, or automotive industries is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of occupational safety technical subject matter, including:
  • Shop Floor Hazard Identification Surveys
  • Job Safety/Job Hazard Analysis
  • Employee Injury Data Analysis
  • Machine Guarding
  • Slip/Trip/Fall Prevention
  • Falls from Elevation
  • Lockout/Tagout & Energized Electrical Equipment Safety
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Safety Committees & Conducting Safety Meetings/Training
  • Powered Industrial Truck Safety
  • Contractor Safety
  • Broad spectrum OSHA Regulations understanding
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and creativity to negotiate with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with data management, report preparation, and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k match and tuition assistance.
• Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Collaboration with industry-leading professionals in a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations.

Schedule

Located at Kennedy Space Center: 2nd or 3rd shift, typically a 4-day work week.