Site Safety and Health Specialist

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are currently seeking a Site Safety and Health Specialist to support our SLDA Project site in Parks Township, PA.

The Site Safety and Health / Training Specialist:

• Integrates with project team at the job site to monitor and oversee task level site HSE requirements during the execution of field work. Work will include site remediation, facility operations and maintenance, and finally demobilization.
• Serve as primary point of contact for on site training needs including coordination of routine training cycles for new personnel and refresher training for existing personnel.
• Maintain training records as required for the site training program.  This includes the use of spreadsheets, database and a variety of supporting documents.
• Support collection of worker exposure monitoring data using direct reading and integrated sampling techniques.  Document measurements as required.
• Interface, integrate and align with the SLDA Project Team including the Site Manager, Project Manager, Site Safety and Health Officer, and Health and Safety Manager.
• Serve as a visible and credible ambassador for developing a positive safety culture.
• To be an exemplary HSE professional demonstrating commitment to continued self-improvement, and professional development.

Qualifications - External

• 3- 5 years of applied HSE experience in the following areas: construction, environmental remediation, operations and maintenance, hazardous waste management.
• Physically able to wear respiratory protection and chemical protective clothing while performing duties, which may include physically challenging terrain and environmental conditions.
• USA citizenship is required, ability to pass security screening for a secret clearance.  Able to obtain interim clearance within 90 days of start date.
• Able to influence and guide those over whom you do not have direct control 
• Demonstrates a passion and commitment to the HSE profession
• Exhibits a high level of attention to detail.
• Facilitates engagement – creating an HSE culture where people are motivated to their best to help organization achieve its HSE goals.
• Experience supporting incident investigation.
• Highly competent with Microsoft Office Suite & other related software applications required.
• Must demonstrate a stable job history and have been in your current organization for at least one year or more
• Very competent communicator both written, verbal and in presentations
• Valid driver's license
• Personal Traits 
  • Honest, open, and ethical
  • Collaborative and inclusive
  • Caring, respectful and fair
  • Humble and self-aware
  • Resilient and adaptable
  • Accountable and reliable
  • Takes initiative
• Candidates must already reside near the Pittsburgh, PA area and be comfortable with their commute to the worksite.

Essential Functions: Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of equipment, supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 150 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.  Regular use of chemical protective clothing including respiratory protection.

At Amentum, we help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. From our competitive benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative of zero workplace injuries, we believe that you'll find a flourishing career here at Amentum. 

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.