Health & Safety Specialist

About Us

At Carbon Health our mission is to make world-class healthcare more accessible to everyone. Our technology-driven model enables patients to access care both virtually (via our mobile app) and in-person (via one of our modern clinics). If you are a creative and innovative thinker looking to revolutionize healthcare in a flexible collaborative team environment come and join us to be a part of Carbon Healths rise as we continue to grow both in size and what we can offer the world.

About The Role

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety Specialist to lead workplace safety and compliance for our shared services startup operation in Colombia. This role will ensure the organization aligns with national occupational health and safety (OHS) standards while building a safe risk-aware culture from the ground up. As the key liaison between internal teams contractors and regulatory bodies you will design implement and monitor health and safety initiatives using SMART (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant and Time-bound) performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Compliance & Regulatory Alignment

Ensure full compliance with Colombias occupational safety laws and standards including those set by the Ministerio de Trabajo ARL and other applicable authorities.

Maintain and update documentation in line with the Sistema de Gestin de Seguridad y Salud en el Trabajo (SG-SST) framework.

2. Program Development & Implementation

Develop and implement workplace health and safety programs tailored to the needs of a growing startup in a shared services model.

Create safety manuals emergency response plans risk assessments and ergonomic guidelines specific to office-based operations.

3. Performance Tracking via SMART Metrics

Define and monitor SMART goals such as:

Specific: Reduce workplace incidents by 25% in 12 months.

Measurable: Track incident frequency rate (IFR) and risk mitigation timelines.

Achievable: Conduct 100% of mandatory safety training for all employees within 3 months of hire.

Relevant: Align H&S initiatives with business continuity and employee wellness strategies.

Time-bound: Conduct quarterly safety audits and submit compliance reports within 30 days.

- Lead Maintain and execute the full scope for H&S duties and system to be compliant but also coordinating with third parties to achieve it (ARL Broker) (100% on ARL diagnose)

- Reports and be aligned with headquarters about compliance and execution over H&S system

- Conduct H&S audits and manage legal documentation (HR Compliance Audit Score: 95%).

4. Training & Engagement

Design and lead health and safety training sessions drills and workshops to improve awareness and preparedness.

Foster a proactive safety culture by engaging employees and managers in preventive actions and risk identification.

5. Auditing & Reporting

Conduct internal audits and workplace inspections; identify non-conformities and recommend corrective actions.

Prepare monthly quarterly and annual reports on HSE performance and present findings to senior leadership and external auditors when required.

6. Risk & Incident Management

Lead investigations for accidents or near-misses ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of preventive measures.

Serve as point of contact for emergency response coordination.

7. Cross-Functional Liaison

Work closely with HR Facilities Legal and IT departments to embed health and safety protocols in all operations.

Coordinate with local vendors contractors and regulators to align on safe practices and compliance.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree in Occupational Health Industrial Engineering Environmental Science or related field.

Certifications: Valid professional certification in Occupational Health & Safety in Colombia (e.g. COPASST membership SENA certifications).

Experience:

35 years in a health & safety role ideally within a shared services or startup environment.

Proven experience implementing SG-SST or equivalent safety management systems.

Language Skills: Bilingual Spanish (native) and English (intermediate to advanced) for effective reporting and global coordination.

Key Competencies:

In-depth knowledge of Colombian health & safety legislation

Strong organizational and documentation skills

Analytical mindset with focus on performance tracking (using SMART goals)

Excellent communication and training capabilities

Cultural adaptability and a startup-oriented mindset

What We Offer

• A forward-thinking and inclusive company culture that fosters transparency and collaboration.

• The opportunity to grow within a dynamic startup focused on transforming healthcare.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including:
  - Base salary of $4 COP monthly based upon skills and experience
  - Connectivity stipend of $150000 COP per month.
  - Hybrid & flexible work environment (1 day in the office weekly).
  - Prepaid medical plan with Colsanitas Integral
  - Life Insurance.
  - Funerary insurance
  - EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  - Utel (International university agreement for Masters degree discounts)

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a fast-growing organization while building your career in the People team. Join us and be part of a team that is redefining the healthcare experience!