Hazmat/ Dg Specialist - Houston, United States - Prestige Expeditors
Prestige Expeditors
Houston, United States
Verified Company
3 weeks ago
Description
Hazmat/ DG Specialist
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Specialist to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the transportation of hazardous materials in compliance with national and international regulations.
- Classify and properly label hazardous materials according to regulatory standards.
- Prepare and review shipping documents, including hazardous materials manifests, shipping papers, and emergency response information.
- Ensure that all shipments of dangerous goods adhere to applicable regulations, including packaging, labeling, and documentation requirements.
- Provide guidance and training to company personnel involved in the handling, shipping, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Keep abreast of changes in hazardous materials regulations and update company policies and procedures accordingly.
- Coordinate with regulatory authorities, carriers, and other stakeholders to resolve compliancerelated issues.
- Conduct internal audits to assess and maintain compliance with dangerous goods regulations.
- Investigate and report incidents involving hazardous materials, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
- Collaborate with transportation providers to ensure safe and secure transport of hazardous materials.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
- Certification as a Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) or similar hazardous materials certification.
- Indepth knowledge of national and international regulations governing the transportation of hazardous materials (e.g., IATA, IMDG, DOT).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex regulatory requirements.
- Proficient in using relevant software and tools for hazardous materials management.
- Familiarity with emergency response procedures related to hazardous materials incidents.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in highpressure situations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with the transportation of dangerous goods by various modes (air, sea, road).
- Experience with electronic systems for managing hazardous materials documentation.
- Additional certifications in environmental management or safety.
- Must obtain and maintain TSA Certification upon hire
- Pre-Employment Drug Screen required
