Lake Compounce - Seasonal Health & Safety Specialist

The Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Specialists support HSE leadership with the development, implementation and maintenance of the park Health, Safety and Environmental management system to meet the requirements of applicable company HSE standards and federal, state, and local requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities:    

• Support HSE leadership with incorporating company HSE standards and local HSE requirements into park procedures and training

• Conduct proactive risk assessments to identify and minimize potential risks in all aspects of park operations

• Assist when performing self-audits and inspections to verify compliance with HSE standards, procedures and applicable local HSE regulations   

• Assist HSE leadership with ensuring maintenance equipment, amusement devices, attractions, rides, facilities and other equipment meet applicable industry standards, as defined by local regulations, applicable ASTM, Herschend Family Entertainment, and Lake Compounce

• Lead, conduct and assist in investigations for guest and employee HSE related incidents

• Prepare and enter incident reports into incident reporting and management system

• Assist with developing corrective and preventive actions to address incidents

• Coordinate the timely and accurate completion of recurring HSE reports

• Assist with departmental data entry, filing, and administrative tasks

• Maintain First Aid, Injury & HSE files and ensuring accurate documentation while always upholding confidentiality of this sensitive information

• Participate in accident investigations of guest and employee incidents, as needed

• Actively assist other internal departments and external services during emergencies

• Assist in the development and execution of park-wide safety, first aid, and sustainability processes and procedures

• All other duties assigned by leadership

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent 

• Bachelor’s Degree of Health & Safety, Emergency Management, Engineering, Sustainability, Industrial Hygiene, or related discipline is highly desired; Equivalent work experience will also be considered 

• 1-2 years of previous safety or environmental experience highly desired 

• Previous experience with health & safety-related investigations is preferred 

• Previous hospitality, amusement park, theme park, or waterpark experience preferred 

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus. 

Requirements:   

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Connecticut Child Labor Laws 

• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays 

• Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift 

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record 

• Ability to safely and efficiently operate motorized vehicles and equipment

• Ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive park and guest information

• Ability to understand and apply knowledge of HSE policies and procedures, interviewing, listening, and note-taking techniques for specific situations

• Ability to deal fairly, objectively, and courteously with the public without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs

• Ability to professionally and calmly deal with stressful and/or tense situations

• Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner

• Ability to collaborate with other team members, external first responders, and emergency personnel during emergency situations

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday

• Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders 

• Ability to remain sedentary for extended periods of time, while using a computer/camera equipment 

• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more 

Working Conditions: 

• This role will be based in both an office setting as well as frequent exposure to all other indoor and outdoor park environments 

• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions 

• Exposure to a variety of stressful emergency situations involving people or property 

• Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments 

• Subject to frequent interruptions and requests that may require reprioritization of activities