Job Summary

The Health and Safety Technician – Level III provides technical support to production and site teams on health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices under the guidance of the site HSE leader. This role supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Health & Safety Management Systems, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements while promoting a strong safety culture across the site.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Support

• Support implementation and sustainability of Health & Safety Management Systems
• Identify gaps in corporate and local HSE policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Promote and embed a strong safety culture across site operations
• Ensure compliance with data protection, confidentiality, and recordkeeping standards

Incident Management & Risk Control

• Stop unsafe work and report hazards, incidents, injuries, or illnesses promptly
• Lead and participate in incident investigations and reporting processes
• Support hazard identification, risk assessment, and control implementation
• Track and support closure of corrective and preventive actions
• Analyze safety trends and recommend improvements

Audits, Inspections & Compliance

• Participate in and support health and safety audits and inspection programs
• Maintain compliance with local safety regulations and corporate standards
• Perform quality checks and identify non-conforming conditions or materials

Training & Awareness

• Deliver and support HSE training programs including emergency response training
• Create awareness and educate employees on safe practices and procedures
• Guide teams on proper incident reporting and safety protocols

Emergency Response & Safety Initiatives

• Support implementation and maintenance of emergency response processes
• Participate in safety, wellness, and employee engagement initiatives
• Contribute to building an interdependent safety culture across the organization

Teamwork & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, and processes
• Complete required training and support personal development
• Participate in initiatives to improve material flow, employee development, and operational efficiency

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Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

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Provides technical support on health and safety to production and site personnel under the guidance of the site HSE leader. Assists in the implementation, analysis, review and sustainability of Health & Safety Management Systems.

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Skills

• Strong knowledge of HSE systems, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits
• Effective communication and training delivery skills
• Analytical skills for identifying trends and improvement opportunities
• Strong documentation and reporting capability
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams in a manufacturing environment

Experience

• Significant relevant experience in health and safety within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience supporting HSE programs, audits, and compliance initiatives
• Hands-on experience in incident investigation, risk assessment, and corrective action tracking

Internal Considerations

• Willingness to work in rotational shifts, including third shift as required
• Demonstrated commitment to safety culture and continuous improvement
• Ability to support shop-floor operations and engage with production teams effectively

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Competencies

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented – Proactively addresses safety challenges with urgency
• Communicates Effectively – Delivers clear and impactful safety communication
• Customer Focus – Supports internal stakeholders with safety-first mindset
• Decision Quality – Makes sound safety-related decisions
• Instills Trust – Builds credibility through integrity and transparency
• Manages Complexity – Handles complex safety scenarios effectively
• Self-Development – Continuously builds knowledge and skills
• Values Differences – Promotes inclusion and diverse perspectives

Functional Competencies

• Health and Safety Fundamentals
• Health, Safety & Environment Management Systems
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification
• Incident Investigation and Reporting
• Manufacturing Knowledge
• Regulatory Compliance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two-year university degree or diploma in Industrial Safety or related field (preferred)
• Relevant safety certifications (preferred)
• May require licensing for export control or regulatory compliance