Sr Safety Audit Specialist

Talascend is currently seeking a Sr. Safety Audit Specialist for a direct hire opportunity with our client located in Calvert, AL.

OVERVIEW:

The Senior Safety Audit Specialist will audit and provide independent assessments of Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) practices across the organization. The role contributes to providing independent assurance to senior leadership that OHS governance, systems, and risk controls are designed and operating effectively.

REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related technical discipline
• ISO 45001 Auditor or Lead Auditor certification
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 45001 and related management systems
• Minimum of 7-10 years of Health & Safety roles within heavy industry (Steel, Mining, Oil & Gas, Chemicals) with at least 3 years in an audit or assurance position (2nd or 3rd line)
• Demonstrated experience in Occupational Health programs, exposure control, health risk assessments, and safety management systems
• Expertise in Occupational Health and general OHS disciplines
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to effectively work cross-functionally with various groups
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office products
• Willingness to travel 40–50% within region
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management
• Additional training or certification in occupational hygiene, industrial safety, or health risk management
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of ERP systems (mainly SAP)
• Speaking additional languages outside of English is a plus

OTHER SKILLS/TRAITS:

• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and implement improvement initiatives
• Aptitude for mentorship toward teammates and colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to effectively make decisions using analytical and problem-solving skills
• Practical, hands-on mindset and strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, build partnerships, and seek “win-win” solutions to meet business objectives
• Build and maintain high level of trust with stakeholders
• Ability to translate technical information effectively to both a technical and non-technical audience

RESPONSIBILITIES:     

• Conduct OHS (Occupational Health) audits in line with Group Policy, Global Assurance methodology, ISO 45001 requirements, and GIAS auditing standards
• Assess the effectiveness of 1st and 2nd Line OHS policies, procedures, controls, and governance systems as per the defined risk-based audit plan
• Perform detailed audit testing, documentation, and evidence verification for compliance with internal standards and external technical requirements
• Participate in audit planning by contributing risk insights, site background reviews, and identification of priority areas
• Apply and support the continuous enhancement of the Global Assurance OHS audit methodology and tools
• Provide specialist expertise on Occupational Health elements, including risk assessment, exposure monitoring, medical surveillance, ergonomics, and health management systems
• Assist in developing standard work papers, templates, and guidance materials for consistent audit execution
• Prepare clear, concise audit findings and participate in drafting audit reports for site and regional management
• Maintain accurate documentation of audit evidence in Global Assurance systems
• Support tracking of corrective actions, monitor closure progress, and validate remediation where assigned
• Work collaboratively with Global Assurance IA teams, and external technical experts
• Provide subject matter support during audits conducted by other teams in the region Defining audit scope based on risk assessment
• Share best practices and lessons learned across Global Assurance and operational sites
• Mentor junior auditors or new team members in Occupational Health standards and audit practices.
• Ensure all audit activities align with Global Assurance protocols, internal audit standards, and recognized external frameworks (e.g., ISO 45001, GIAS).
• Uphold independence, objectivity, and integrity as part of the Third Line of Defense.
• All team members should demonstrate the company values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Relationships, and Sustainability.
• Team members should:
  • Fulfill the commitment to ensure a safe and healthy work environment,
  • Fulfill the responsibilities required to achieve the Quality Commitment,
  • Demonstrate commitment to teamwork by fostering an environment that embodies trust and respect,
  • Ensure working knowledge of competencies as defined in ISO 14001 (current version), IATF 16949 (current version), and ISO 17025 (current version).