Safety & Compliance Specialist

TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico | Jacksonville, FL / San Juan, PR
Full-Time

Champion Safety. Drive Compliance. Protect Operations.

TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Safety & Compliance Specialist to support and strengthen our commitment to providing safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible transportation services.

In this role, you will serve as a key partner to operations, vessel personnel, terminal teams, and leadership by ensuring compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, company policies, and industry best practices. You will play an essential role in fostering a proactive safety culture, reducing operational risk, supporting audits and inspections, and ensuring regulatory compliance across our maritime and terminal operations.

If you are passionate about workplace safety, risk mitigation, compliance management, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

About TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico

TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico is a leading Jones Act ocean carrier providing dependable freight transportation between the U.S. Mainland and Puerto Rico. Through innovative vessel operations, industry-leading safety standards, and a commitment to environmental stewardship, TOTE delivers critical supply chain solutions for customers and communities.

At TOTE, Safety is a Core Value embedded in every aspect of our operations.

What You’ll Do

• Support the administration and execution of TOTE’s Health, Safety, Security, Environmental, and Compliance (HSSE) Programs
• Conduct routine safety inspections, compliance audits, workplace assessments, and risk evaluations
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate operational and workplace hazards
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, and implement corrective actions
• Monitor and analyze safety performance metrics, trends, and compliance indicators
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, USCG, DOT, EPA, Coast Guard, and maritime regulations
• Support regulatory inspections, internal audits, and compliance reviews
• Maintain accurate safety records, permits, documentation, and compliance files
• Facilitate employee safety training, toolbox talks, and safety awareness programs
• Support emergency response planning, drills, and preparedness activities
• Partner with vessel crews, terminal personnel, contractors, and leadership teams to strengthen safety performance
• Monitor contractor safety compliance and site access requirements
• Develop and track corrective action plans and continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, investigations, and recommendations for leadership

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Maritime Studies, Industrial Hygiene, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in safety, compliance, transportation, logistics, terminal, maritime, industrial, or environmental operations
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, workplace safety programs, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, investigations, root cause analysis, and risk assessments
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and reporting tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in maritime, terminal, transportation, logistics, warehousing, or industrial environments
• Knowledge of USCG, DOT, EPA, ISM Code, and maritime regulatory requirements
• OSHA 30 Certification
• CSP, ASP, CHST, or other safety-related certifications
• Experience supporting ISO, ISM, HSSE, or compliance management systems
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Core Competencies

Safety Leadership

Promotes a strong safety-first culture through engagement, accountability, education, and proactive risk management.

Regulatory Compliance

Maintains expertise in OSHA, USCG, DOT, EPA, and maritime compliance standards.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Recognition

Identifies workplace hazards and develops effective mitigation strategies.

Attention to Detail

Ensures accuracy in audits, investigations, reporting, compliance documentation, and corrective actions.

Problem Solving

Analyzes incidents and develops practical solutions to improve safety performance.

Communication & Collaboration

Builds strong partnerships with operations, vessel personnel, terminal teams, contractors, and leadership.

Continuous Improvement

Drives initiatives that improve safety performance, compliance, operational efficiency, and risk reduction.

Integrity & Accountability

Demonstrates professionalism, ethical decision-making, and ownership of responsibilities.

Work Environment

• Work performed in both office and operational environments
• Frequent interaction with terminal operations, vessel crews, contractors, and business partners
• Exposure to marine terminals, vessels, warehouses, cargo handling equipment, and active operational environments
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Occasional travel may be required
• Must be available to respond to operational incidents, emergencies, and compliance investigations as needed

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on experience, education, certifications, and qualifications.

Benefits

As part of the team, full-time employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match and discretionary funding
• Tuition reimbursement
• Supplemental parental leave
• Professional development and safety certification opportunities

Paid Time Off

• Vacation time
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Floating holiday opportunities (where applicable)

Why Join TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico?

At TOTE, you’ll join an organization committed to Safety, Operational Excellence, Environmental Stewardship, Customer Focus, and Continuous Improvement. You’ll play a critical role in protecting employees, supporting compliance, reducing risk, and helping ensure the success of one of the nation’s leading maritime transportation providers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Affirmative Action and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico is a drug-free employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.