Senior Fall Protection Safety Specialist – Traveling

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kansas, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• This position is designed to offer comprehensive occupational health and safety expertise to one of Apex's esteemed clients, a national aerospace manufacturer.

• Act as a Senior Fall Protection Safety Specialist and function as the technical lead for fall protection across the site.

• Assist in the implementation of fall protection measures at a new site.

• Oversee the design, development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the site-wide fall protection program.

• Conduct and supervise thorough fall hazard assessments for both routine and non-routine work activities.

• Create fall protection procedures, policies, rescue plans, and safe work protocols for activities conducted at heights.

• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to assess, select, and implement engineered fall protection solutions.

• Provide technical oversight and review for the installation, usage, inspection, and maintenance of fall protection equipment and systems.

• Define site expectations and governance for various roles related to fall protection.

• Design and deliver training programs for employees, supervisors, and site leadership on recognizing fall hazards and emergency response procedures.

• Monitor program performance metrics, identify trends, and offer strategic recommendations to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, engineering, industrial hygiene, or a relevant technical field is required.

• A minimum of 12 to 15 years of progressive experience in occupational safety, with substantial experience leading fall protection initiatives in industrial, manufacturing, construction, aerospace, or similarly hazardous environments.

• Certification as a Safety Professional (CSP) is highly preferred.

• Advanced fall protection training and proven experience in roles such as competent person, qualified person, or equivalent technical leadership positions are strongly preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 fall protection regulations and the capability to apply these requirements in practical operational contexts.

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing comprehensive site-wide fall protection programs, standards, and work practices.

• Strong project management abilities, including the capacity to lead cross-functional initiatives from planning through to execution.

• Exceptional communication, training, technical writing, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard safety documentation and reporting practices.

• A valid driver’s license is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.

• Company-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability coverage.

• 401k matching, tuition assistance, and additional benefits.

• Opportunities for cross-training and involvement in a variety of projects.

• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.

• Collaborate with the industry's best and brightest professionals.

• Be part of a national firm with over 2,000 employees and 70+ locations across the United States.