Safety Specialist
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Description
Novara provides safety, operational risk management, and sustainability software that empowers organizations to identify and resolve issues before they become incidents. Through the Flex and Risk Management Center platforms, Novara helps organizations manage operational risk proactively with a system they can configure to fit their operations, data that unifies risk and safety intelligence, and tools that increase workforce participation. Novara’s combination of software, training, and AI-powered tools put people and safety first while protecting critical operations.
Position Description:
We are looking for an entry-level Safety Specialist based in the Pittsburgh area. This role is a great opportunity for a recent safety graduate to build hands-on experience across multiple industries. The Safety Specialist produces safety training content, including monthly training videos, custom client video projects, and online courses on the Novara Flex platform, while building working knowledge of the regulatory standards behind that content.
Responsibilities:
- Produce and oversee monthly training video content and custom client projects from start to finish, including script development, on-site filming, footage organization, internal and client review, approval, and release
- Research, develop, and produce assigned online training courses on the Novara Flex platform
- Travel to client locations as needed; varying overnight travel will be required
- Maintain working knowledge of applicable regulatory bodies and standards (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.)
- Maintain and care for the filming equipment used on the job (camera, GoPro, drone)
- Learn to operate the camera and its critical components (microphones, SD cards, etc.)
- Carry a camera and tripod (up to 30 lbs) through rugged client facilities while maintaining awareness of personal safety
- Study for, obtain, and maintain a Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot license, including completing required refresh periods
Knowledge, Experience, Requirements:
- Degree in Occupational Safety, Safety Management, or a related field
- Entry-level role; recent graduates are encouraged to apply
- Willingness to travel within the United States as needed, including overnight travel
- Ability to lift 30 lbs (camera and tripod) and walk through rugged client facilities
- Familiarity with regulatory bodies such as OSHA, EPA, and DOT, and a commitment to keep that knowledge current
- Experience with a video camera is a plus, but not required
- Located in the Pittsburgh area
Location:
We are seeking candidates based in the Pittsburgh, PA area. This is a hybrid role offering a combination of remote work, in-office collaboration, and travel to client locations. Travel requirements will vary based on business needs but are expected to average approximately once per month.
Compensation:
Annual Base Salary Range of 60k-70k
Annual Bonus Opportunity of 10%
As a growing company, Novara values its employees by supporting them with a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, Paid and Floating Holidays, 401k with Company match and immediate vesting, Company-funded Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, and No-cost Mental Health Benefits.
About Novara
Novara provides safety and operational risk management software that empowers organizations to identify and resolve issues before they become incidents. Through the Flex and Risk Management Center platforms, Novara helps organizations address operational risk proactively by unifying data, increasing workforce engagement, and proactively managing risk. Novara’s combination of training, software, and tools puts people and safety first while protecting critical operations.
Novara, a Providence Equity portfolio company, provides safety and operational risk management software that empowers organizations to identify and resolve issues before they become incidents. Through the Flex and Risk Management Center platforms, Novara helps organizations address operational risk proactively by unifying data, increasing workforce engagement, and proactively managing risk. Novara’s combination of training, software, and tools puts people and safety first while protecting critical operations.
Novara launched January 1 2026, as an independent company, a spin-off of the Flex and RMC software businesses formerly part of KPA.
Don’t meet every job requirement? At Novara, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you’re excited about the role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Please note that we may use AI tools to assist in the initial screening of resumes to help identify qualified candidates more efficiently. All decisions are reviewed by a human recruiter, and no hiring determination is made solely by automated means.
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Skills
As published by lever · 8 questions · 1 written answer
Basics
Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, Other website
Short answers (2)
- What is your current address?
- What is the Name of the Novara Employee who has referred you? optional
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- Will you now, or in the future require Novara to commence (sponsor) an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)?
- Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States?
- This role requires employees to be based in the United States or Canada. Are you currently located in the U.S. or Canada?
- Have you been referred by a current Novara Employee? optional
- Are you currently employed by Novara, or have you previously been employed by Novara or KPA?
Written answers (1)
- What is your target compensation range?