Hazardous Material Specialist

About the role

SOSi is seeking a Hazardous Material Specialist to manage hazardous material handling and disposal on an overseas operations and maintenance contract. The role ensures safety, regulatory compliance, and supports mission requirements in a remote environment.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, manage, store, and dispose of dangerous materials (chemical, radioactive, biological) to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site inspections, manage spills, maintain compliance records, and train personnel on safety protocols.
• Collect and process hazardous waste from generation points and ensure proper segregation of waste streams.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records, including waste manifests, inspection reports, and safety data sheets.
• Conduct risk assessments and respond to environmental emergencies, planning daily, weekly, and monthly activities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DoD, and host‑nation environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Interface with program management, safety, quality, and technical leads.

Required profile

• HAZWOPER 40‑hour certification.
• Associates degree or higher, or 4 years relevant HAZMAT experience.
• Experience with HAZMAT Classes 2, 3, 4, 8, 9.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DoD hazardous waste and environmental regulations.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to operate government vehicles.

Required skills

• HAZWOPER certification.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations.
• Knowledge of DoD hazardous waste regulations.
• Familiarity with HAZMAT Classes 2, 3, 4, 8, 9.