HSE Engineer/ Safety Engineer

The staffing solutions division of GDKN is a leading provider of end-to-end solutions in the temporary staffing space. With companies across the globe laying critical emphasis on their human resources management, demand for temporary staffing is rapidly growing because it improves focus on core/critical activities and can be adapted to the seasonal nature of business, addresses business uncertainties and the demand for rapid growth. In short, temporary staffing creates a very nimble human capital platform which allows organizations to maximize their productivity and flexibility at all times.

GDKN is one of the very few minority business enterprises in North America that has the status of Preferred vendor with world’s largest corporations in various industries including:

• Electric
• Gas
• Telephone Utilities
• Manufacturing
• Defense
• Banking/Financial,
• Information Technology
• Healthcare/Pharmaceutical

• We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HSE Specialist to join our Energy & Sustainability Solutions (ESS) HSE Center of Excellence Team and support the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of our HSE programs. 

• The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in HSE principles and play a pivotal role in safeguarding the well-being of employees and ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting a dedicated team of HSE professionals. 

• This position will report directly to the ESS HSE Center of Excellence Leader and will be based at one of our ESS locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of HSE policies, procedures, and systems in line with company and regulatory requirements

• Conduct and/or suppport risk assessments, incident investigations, safety audits, and compliance inspections

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance HSE training materials

• Maintain accurate records and reports in alignment with internal and external HSE requirements

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement

• Manage and update documentation via Microsoft SharePoint and other digital platforms

• Utilize the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) for reporting, analysis, and drafting presentations.

• Monitor performance metrics and support the implementation of corrective/preventive actions

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or related field and/or 3+ years of relevant experience in an HSE role, preferably in industrial, construction, or manufacturing environments

• Familiarization with HSE regulatory frameworks and management systems (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

• Experience using Microsoft SharePoint for document control and collaboration

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work across teams

 Questions 

1. Can you walk me through a time you implemented or maintained an HSE management system (e.g., ISO 45001 or ISO 14001) in an industrial, construction, or manufacturing environment? What was your role, and how did you ensure compliance with regulatory requirements?

2. Describe a complex risk assessment or incident investigation you led. How did you scope it, what tools/methods did you use, and what corrective or preventive actions resulted?

3. Give an example of how you’ve used Microsoft SharePoint to manage HSE documentation and collaboration. How did you structure libraries, control versions/permissions, and ensure audit-readiness?

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.