Safety Specialist Jobs in North Carolina

Safety Specialist jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand across construction, manufacturing, chemical processing, and healthcare, with openings at every level from entry-level safety coordinator through senior EHS manager. Most of the hiring is concentrated in Charlotte, the Research Triangle, and Greensboro, where employers like Duke Energy, Nucor, and Honeywell maintain large operations requiring dedicated safety professionals. The most consistent openings are in process safety, construction safety, and environmental health compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top employerAdams Electric Company
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring25
Work type70% On-site
Top industryFashion

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Health, Safety & Environment Specialist
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Health, Safety & Environment Specialist
ABB
Pinetops, North Carolina
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Safety Specialist
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Safety Specialist
Compliance Management International
Durham, North Carolina
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$115k - $130k/yr
CPR Certification
51-200

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Public Safety Communications Training & Support Specialist
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Public Safety Communications Training & Support Specialist
Buncombe County Government
Asheville, North Carolina
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security & Protective Services
$22.51 - $27.09/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Safety and Occupational Health Management Specialist
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Safety and Occupational Health Management Specialist
NAVAIR
Cherry Point, North Carolina
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$90k - $116k/yr

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Biological Safety and Health Specialist III
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Biological Safety and Health Specialist III
Duke Health
Durham, North Carolina
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Bachelor's degree in genetics
10,000+

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Safety Specialist Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Durham
3 jobs
Raleigh
3 jobs
Asheville
3 jobs
High Point
3 jobs
Hamlet
2 jobs
Kinston
2 jobs
Cherry Point
2 jobs
Winston-Salem
2 jobs

Safety Specialist Job Market in North Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

Adams Electric Company5 open roles
ABB2 open roles
Mars2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Chemicals & Materials

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in safety specialist jobs across North Carolina.

  • CSP, CHST, or GSP certification recognized by North Carolina employers strongly preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, or a related technical field
  • Experience conducting OSHA compliance audits and maintaining regulatory documentation
  • Proficiency with incident investigation methodologies such as root cause analysis
  • Knowledge of NFPA, EPA, and North Carolina OSHA standards applicable to the industry
  • Strong written communication skills for preparing safety reports and training materials

Safety Specialist Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a safety specialist in North Carolina?

Most employers in North Carolina hire safety specialists with a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or environmental health. North Carolina does not require a state-issued license for general safety specialist work, but the Board of Certified Safety Professionals' Certified Safety Professional credential is the most widely recognized qualification. Entry candidates often start with the Graduate Safety Practitioner designation while building field experience in construction, manufacturing, or chemical processing.

Which companies hire safety specialists in North Carolina?

Employers hiring safety specialists in North Carolina right now include Adams Electric Company, ABB, and Mars, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Carolina's concentration of energy utilities, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and large construction contractors makes it one of the more consistent states for ongoing safety hiring.

Which North Carolina cities have the most safety specialist jobs?

Charlotte, Durham, and Raleigh have the most safety specialist openings in North Carolina. Charlotte leads because of its large construction sector, energy utilities, and financial campus operations, while the Research Triangle draws heavily from pharmaceutical, biotech, and university research employers, and Greensboro reflects demand from logistics, manufacturing, and textile operations still anchored in the Triad region.

Are there remote safety specialist jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. Safety specialist work is largely site-dependent, requiring physical inspections, audits, and on-floor presence. About 30% of safety specialist openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to focus on safety program development, regulatory compliance writing, and training content creation rather than direct field oversight.

How can I get hired as a safety specialist in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to safety coordinator or EHS technician roles at large North Carolina manufacturers, construction general contractors, or hospital systems, where structured on-the-job training is common. Pursuing the Graduate Safety Practitioner designation from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals while in your first role signals seriousness to hiring managers. Lateral moves from quality control, facilities maintenance, or industrial hygiene assistant roles are also well-established routes into safety specialist positions across North Carolina.

Where can I find and apply to safety specialist jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to safety specialist jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Find roles that fit your experience level and industry focus and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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