SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401k with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

SMG seeks a local Safety Advisor in the Laurel, Maryland.

The key function of a Safety Advisor is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change and travel. The Associate in this role will work in a construction environment.

Overview of Job Responsibilities

• Site safety observations, including documentation of findings
• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis
•  Assist in JHA/JSA development and AHA development 
• Develop site-specific policies
• Create lockout procedures
• Perform program and policy development 
• Support local plant leadership on safety matters 
• Support the facility's safe work permit writer and issuer
• Conduct new hire orientation and other training needs 
• Assist plant resources in overall safety improvement 
• Input findings into daily site inspections for tracking
• Input any incident or violations into the client's system
• First contact for safety-related questions

• Five to seven plus years of safety experience
• Preferably, a mixture of experience in construction and general industry
• A degree in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent
• Knowledgeable with LOTO

Physical Demands of the job may include

• Moving long distances
• Ascending/Descending stairs and ladders
• Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period
• Working in extreme weather
• Being exposed to loud noises
• Wearing personal protective gear correctly

Join an elite group of Safety Professionals!

SMG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.