Safety Engineer

Description

At Harbor’s Edge, a five-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community on the scenic Elizabeth River in Norfolk, excellence is our standard. Recognized as a 2025 “Best” Senior Living Community by U.S. News & World Report, we cultivate a culture where team members are valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

We are seeking a full-time Safety Engineer to lead and enhance safety initiatives across our vibrant community. This role is critical in maintaining a secure, compliant, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors across independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations (OSHA, CMS, NFPA, USBC) and maintain required documentation, logs, and inspection reports.
• Conduct internal safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations; develop corrective action plans.
• Oversee fire safety, emergency power, and life safety systems; coordinate drills, disaster preparedness, and infection control measures.
• Maintain the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), lead response planning for disasters and emergencies, and serve as Safety Officer and Active Shooter authority.
• Develop and deliver staff training on workplace safety, hazard communication, ergonomics, and resident safety; support QAPI initiatives and safety committees.
• Collaborate with Facilities, Maintenance, and local emergency agencies to address safety and preparedness concerns.
• Track safety metrics, prepare leadership reports, and recommend improvements based on trends and KPIs

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field required.
• 5 - 7 years of experience in healthcare, senior living, hospital, or long-term care environments preferred; regulatory survey and compliance experience strongly preferred.
• Preferred certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Healthcare Safety Certification (CHSP or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of healthcare safety regulations, life safety codes, risk assessments, and root cause analyses.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency in safety reporting systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Physical requirements: ability to walk extensively across campus, inspect mechanical rooms and rooftops, and be on-call during emergencies.

Comprehensive Benefit Package includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off + Six Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Contribution
• Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid - Certification Training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan

*Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

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