Health And Safety Specialist Jobs in Florida

Health And Safety Specialist jobs in Florida are in strong demand, concentrated in construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics, with openings at every level from entry-level safety coordinators through senior environmental health and safety managers. The busiest hiring markets are Miami, Tampa, and Jacksonville, where large employers including Publix Super Markets, Lockheed Martin, and AdventHealth consistently recruit for these roles. The most sought-after specialties in Florida are construction site safety, hazardous materials compliance, and OSHA program management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerAction
Top cityTampa, FL
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Environmental, Health and Safety Resource Specialist
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Environmental, Health and Safety Resource Specialist
Tropicana Brands Group
Fort Pierce, Florida
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
Public Health
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Safety and Health Specialist
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Safety and Health Specialist
Preferred Materials
Jacksonville, Florida
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
IJ Investments
Mulberry, Florida
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Quality Control
$75k - $125k/yr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist
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Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist
Action
Orlando, Florida
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Quality Control
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Cherokee Enterprises, Inc.
Medley, Florida
Business Operations
Performance Marketing
Project Management
Bachelor's degree

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Health And Safety Specialist Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Tampa
1 job
Medley
1 job
Orlando
1 job
Mulberry
1 job
Fort Pierce
1 job
Jacksonville
1 job

Health And Safety Specialist Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Action1 open role
CDM Smith1 open role
IJ Investments1 open role

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in health and safety specialist jobs across Florida.

  • Active CSP or CHST certification required or preferred in Florida listings
  • OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry card required
  • Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or related field
  • Demonstrated experience conducting safety inspections and incident investigations
  • Familiarity with Florida OSHA state plan requirements and applicable federal standards
  • Proficiency with safety management software and regulatory reporting documentation

Health And Safety Specialist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a health and safety specialist in Florida?

Start with a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, or a related field, then pursue the Certified Safety Professional credential through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, which is widely required by Florida employers. Florida operates under federal OSHA enforcement rather than a state-run plan, so no state-specific license is required, but the CHST is strongly preferred in Florida's large construction sector. Many Florida employers also require an OSHA 30-hour card before your first day.

Which companies hire health and safety specialists in Florida?

Employers hiring health and safety specialists in Florida right now include Action, CDM Smith, and IJ Investments, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Florida's mix of major construction contractors, hospital systems, defense manufacturers, and large retail distribution networks means steady, year-round hiring across multiple sectors.

Which Florida cities have the most health and safety specialist jobs?

Tampa, Medley, and Orlando have the most health and safety specialist openings in Florida. Miami and Tampa drive volume through their large construction, port logistics, and healthcare industries, while Jacksonville's concentration of defense contractors, distribution centers, and naval facilities supports consistent demand even outside the major metro cores.

Are there remote health and safety specialist jobs in Florida?

Yes, but they're rare. The role is fundamentally site-based, requiring physical walkthroughs, equipment inspections, and on-site incident response. About 0% of health and safety specialist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles tend to be program management, compliance auditing, or corporate EHS consulting positions that do not require a fixed daily worksite.

How can I get hired as a health and safety specialist in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a safety coordinator or EHS technician role at one of Florida's large construction or healthcare employers, which regularly bring on candidates with OSHA 10 or 30 certification even without direct experience. AdventHealth and HCA Florida run structured EHS associate programs, and large general contractors working on Florida infrastructure projects often hire entry-level safety observers from adjacent roles like site supervision or facilities maintenance. Earning your OSHA 30-hour card before applying gives candidates a measurable edge in Florida listings.

Where can I find and apply to health and safety specialist jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to health and safety specialist jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.

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