Entry Level Health And Safety Specialist Jobs
New grad health and safety specialist jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio can carry more weight than tenure alone. Most openings are on-site roles across Electronics & Hardware, Medical Devices, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like ATCC, AECOM, and Chewy hiring at this level now.
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Market Range: 05
Hiring Salary: $19.10/Hourly
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Health and Safety Specialist works under the supervision of the UT Health Sciences Safety Officer to implement and manage health, safety and environmental programs of the institution. Efforts have a direct impact on the health and safety of Facilities employees as well as other University employees, students and visitors that occupy areas serviced by Facilities personnel and equipment. Efforts also limit institutional liability by promoting regulatory compliance and limiting civil liability associated with student, staff, and visitor injuries.
- Promote compliance with health and safety regulations through the identification and abatement of health and safety hazards.
- Perform facility inspections preparation, collection and review of health and safety documentation such as chemical inventories, job hazard analyses, training records and facility inspections.
- Evaluating engineering controls, PPE selection and use and assessment of worker exposure to hazardous agents (e.g. noise, heat, chemicals).
- Investigate incidents and concerns through root-cause analysis.
- Coordinate efforts of contractors including environmental consultants and hazardous waste vendors.
- Provide follow-up as necessary to ensure the resolution of identified issues.
- Prepare and provide health and safety training.
- Respond to hazardous material emergencies (e.g. chemical spills, indoor air quality issues, etc.) and maintain campus emergency management plans and coordinate with the Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC) and municipal emergency responders.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in one of the Sciences OR a combination of related education and related work experience, preferably in one or more of the following areas: on-the-job adherence to safety practices and procedures, environmental health/safety, emergency management, business continuity management, hazardous materials response, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field to equal four (4) years. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures.
- Customer service and conflict resolution skills necessary to promote compliance with institutional procedures.
- Ability to evaluate site conditions for compliance with applicable regulations and institutional procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Familiar with OSHA and related Tennessee health, safety and environmental management laws.
- Skilled and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Mathematical skills including algebra.
Market Range: 05
Hiring Salary: $19.10/Hourly
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Health and Safety Specialist works under the supervision of the UT Health Sciences Safety Officer to implement and manage health, safety and environmental programs of the institution. Efforts have a direct impact on the health and safety of Facilities employees as well as other University employees, students and visitors that occupy areas serviced by Facilities personnel and equipment. Efforts also limit institutional liability by promoting regulatory compliance and limiting civil liability associated with student, staff, and visitor injuries.
- Promote compliance with health and safety regulations through the identification and abatement of health and safety hazards.
- Perform facility inspections preparation, collection and review of health and safety documentation such as chemical inventories, job hazard analyses, training records and facility inspections.
- Evaluating engineering controls, PPE selection and use and assessment of worker exposure to hazardous agents (e.g. noise, heat, chemicals).
- Investigate incidents and concerns through root-cause analysis.
- Coordinate efforts of contractors including environmental consultants and hazardous waste vendors.
- Provide follow-up as necessary to ensure the resolution of identified issues.
- Prepare and provide health and safety training.
- Respond to hazardous material emergencies (e.g. chemical spills, indoor air quality issues, etc.) and maintain campus emergency management plans and coordinate with the Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC) and municipal emergency responders.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in one of the Sciences OR a combination of related education and related work experience, preferably in one or more of the following areas: on-the-job adherence to safety practices and procedures, environmental health/safety, emergency management, business continuity management, hazardous materials response, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field to equal four (4) years. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures.
- Customer service and conflict resolution skills necessary to promote compliance with institutional procedures.
- Ability to evaluate site conditions for compliance with applicable regulations and institutional procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Familiar with OSHA and related Tennessee health, safety and environmental management laws.
- Skilled and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Mathematical skills including algebra.
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Entry Level Health And Safety Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level health and safety specialist job?
Entry level health and safety specialist roles favor candidates who can show hands-on experience, even if it came from an internship, cooperative education program, or volunteer safety committee work. A degree in occupational health, environmental science, or a related field helps, and earning a foundational certification such as the OSHA 30-hour card signals readiness. Tailoring your resume to show specific compliance tasks, hazard assessments, or incident reporting gives you a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level health and safety specialists?
Companies hiring entry level health and safety specialists right now include ATCC, AECOM, and Chewy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Manufacturing firms, construction contractors, logistics providers, and large healthcare systems tend to post the most junior-level openings because their operations require on-site compliance support year-round.
Are there remote entry level health and safety specialist jobs?
Yes, though most positions at this level involve on-site or field work. About 9% of entry level health and safety specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically focus on documentation, audit coordination, or training program development rather than direct facility inspections.
Are these new grad health and safety specialist jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior health and safety specialist roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or coursework as qualifying background, and does not require professional licensure before hiring. Look for language like "will train," "recent graduates encouraged," or "entry level" in the job description to confirm fit.
Which industries hire the most entry level health and safety specialists?
Entry Level health and safety specialist roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Medical Devices, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because strict regulatory requirements and high workplace incident rates create a steady demand for junior compliance and safety support staff.