EHS Specialist
Found in: Lensa US P 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago
Chanute, United States
Babcock & Wilcox
Full time
Description The EHS&S Specialist 2 is responsible for implementing EHS&S programs at a local (site) level. This position will partner with local management, salaried, and hourly employees to ensure local EHS&S compliance and implementation of the company EHS Management System.
- Implement EHS policies, procedures, and best practices at a site level
- Develop and deliver EHS training to salaried and hourly employees
- Collect, evaluate, analyze, and manage EHS data as required by company policy and local permitting requirements
- Implement a hazard identification, evaluation, and controls program to minimize risk of exposure and potential injuries
- Facilitate local EHS Leadership Team
- Facilitate the development of local EHS Business Plans which identify proactive activities that drive process improvements and a reduction of incidents
- Maintain EHS compliance, specifically environmental permits, and submit routine reports to regulatory agencies
- Interface with regulatory agencies as required
- Facilitate/lead incident investigations as required by company policy
- Initiate Serious Incident Review (SIR) process
- These duties are meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
- Bachelor's degree Occupational Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Affairs or related field, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
- 5+ years' experience in Environmental Health & Safety within a construction, manufacturing, or industrial setting.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS-related regulations/compliance requirements
- Maintain knowledge of current and emerging issues and trends in area of regulatory compliance
- Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and EHS data management software
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently, self-starter, and motivator
- High energy
