Site Safety and Health Coordinator - UMIAQ Environmental

UMIAQ Environmental at UIC Alaska is hiring a Site Safety and Health Coordinator in Anchorage, AK. The role involves implementing safety programs for environmental projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations, conducting safety audits, and training employees. Candidates should have experience in spill response and hazardous materials management. UIC Alaska offers a supportive work environment focused on career development and competitive benefits.
Overview:

Company Overview
Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Barrow, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska's top 10 companies with approximately 4,000 employees nationwide and revenues above $700M annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030.

As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Inupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities. We recruit only qualified people looking to join a workforce characterized by strong leadership, competent and hard-working staff, and a superior work environment with a focus on career development, great wages and benefits.

UMIAQ Environmental is seeking a hiring a Site Safety and Health Coordinator to lead the implementation of comprehensive safety programs across a variety of environmental projects. This role is essential in promoting a culture of safety and ensuring full compliance with OSHA standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices. The Coordinator will play a key role in safeguarding the health and well-being of field and office personnel involved in site assessments, remediation efforts, and compliance monitoring activities.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in spill response, hazardous materials management, and environmental emergency planning. This role requires strong analytical skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively in both field and office settings.UMIAQ Environmental, LLC (UMIAQ Environmental) is a subsidiary of UIC Commercial Services, a division of Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation. UMIAQ Environmental provides a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting services, which include documentation of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, construction and access permitting, environmental site assessments, stakeholder engagement, sampling and remediation of contaminated sites, management of hazardous waste, wetlands monitoring, and more. Our staff has decades of combined experience working in locations throughout Alaska.

UMIAQ Environmental is committed to protecting the health and safety of our employees and the environments where we conduct operations. We recruit qualified people looking to join a workforce characterized by strong leadership, competent and hard-working staff, and a superior work environment with a focus on career development, great wages and benefits.

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities are as follows:
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific safety and health programs for environmental projects, including hazardous waste site assessments, spill response, remediation, and environmental monitoring.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and site inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state-specific environmental regulations.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and contaminated waste.
• Train employees on safety procedures, hazard communication, and emergency response protocols specific to environmental projects.
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and environmental incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate safety records, including safety data sheets (SDS), exposure monitoring, and training documentation.
• Act as the primary point of contact for safety-related matters on environmental project sites, coordinating with regulatory agencies as necessary.
• Support the development of site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) for projects involving environmental remediation, soil and groundwater sampling, and air quality monitoring.
• Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training sessions focused on environmental hazard awareness.
• Collaborate with project managers, field personnel, and subcontractors to ensure a culture of safety on all environmental projects.
• This position requires critical thinking and analysis; frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting and carrying 30+ pounds; working in all weather conditions; field visits per project needs; ability to travel (drive or fly) to and from job sites in Alaska
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends, emerging regulations, and best practices.
• Travel and year-round field work, with working hours more than 40 per week and weekends as needed. Expected travel for this position is 25 to 30 percent.

Qualifications:

Required Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field (preferred).
• More than 3 years of experience in site safety for environmental science projects, construction, or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and hazardous waste handling regulations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to enforce safety protocols in dynamic environments.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30, HAZWOPER 40, CHST, CSP, or equivalent (preferred).
• First Aid/CPR certification (preferred or required).

Preferred Experience and Training:
• Knowledge of waste characterization and hazardous waste management under RCRA
• Experience in hazardous waste and hazardous materials management.
• Experience with oil spill response tactics, dispersants, and mechanical recovery.
• Knowledge of Arctic logistics and supply chain challenges for emergency response operations.
• Familiarity with wildlife protection and habitat restoration in Arctic spill response scenarios.
• Understanding of Indigenous community engagement and co-management practices in Arctic regions.

Task

Exposure

Work Environment

Outside work

Excessive heat > 80o F

Excessive cold < 0o F

Exposure to dust, fumes, smoke or gases

Constant noise

Noise level

Solvents, chemicals

High voltage electricity

Walking on slippery, uneven surfaces

Working on or around hazardous machinery

Ladders, scaffolding, towers, surfaces 4’ to 12’ above ground

Stairs

Cramped or confined spaces

Working alone

Remote work sites (no dispensary or hospital)

Long and/or irregular hours

Day shift and/or night shift rotations

Food preparations

OTHER

Task

Stressors

Physical Demands

Operation of motor vehicles

Driving, riding ATV/UTV

Operation of heavy equipment, aircraft, marine craft, etc.

Rapid mental and/or muscle coordination

Walking

Standing

Twisting, turning upper body

Twisting, turning arms, legs

Crawling, kneeling, stooping

Safe distant vision

Good near vision

Good hearing

Respirator use: 1/2 Face FF SAR SCBA

Wear ANSI approved safety footwear

Wear safety glasses

Wear hard hat

Other:

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing or Pulling

Occasionally

Up to 15% of daily hours

Frequently

Up to 75% of daily hours

Continuously

Over 75% of daily hours

Lifting/Carrying: 05 – 10 lbs.

Lifting/Carrying: 11 – 20 lbs.

Lifting/Carrying: 21 – 50 lbs.

Lifting/Carrying: 51 – 75 lbs.

Pushing/Pulling: 00 – 20 Lbs.

Pushing/Pulling: 05 – 10 lbs.

Pushing/Pulling: 11 – 20 lbs.

Pushing/Pulling: 21 – 50 lbs.

Pushing/Pulling: 51 – 75 lbs.

Pushing/Pulling: 76 – 100 +lbs.

Authorized Driver Requirement

Authorized Driver Requirement: Employee must have a valid driver’s license and three (3) year clean driving record. Employee must follow all Authorized Driver Policy and Procedures regarding approved vehicle usage.

Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs

All Employees are subject to a Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program. Employees must pass a Non-DOT pre-employment drug screening and must follow all Non-DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program requirements.

Important Notice

Candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com and submit an application for all positions they wish to be considered.

UIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC HR for assistance.

Ukpeaġvik Inupiat Corporation considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran’s status or any other legal protected status. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

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