What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at Equiliem?
What You'll Work On
- Independently plans and conducts assigned projects;
- Manages multiple, often concurrent, projects and meets deadlines;
- Facilitates the definition of a project scope with stakeholders;
- Independently performs feasibility studies related to project alternatives;
- Develops schedules (with metrics if required) and seeks concurrence from stakeholders;
- Responsible for achieving the project's targets or deliverables.
- Coordinate with stakeholders, and engineering operations to develop projects.
- Oversee progress of the projects through various meetings.
- Conduct capital expense requests and support requests for capital/ expense (RCE) checklists.
- Applies technical knowledge/skills to EHS programs and systems.
- Anticipates future business/EHS needs and develops new skills as appropriate.
- Benchmarks internally and externally.
- Independently executes, and/or directs others in the planning and execution of projects.
- Designs and leads projects.
- Reports findings.
- Prepares and communicates recommendations and respective action plans.
- Presents technical information in an understandable format to non-technical audiences.
- Has recognized expertise in theories, principles and analytical tools.
- Experienced with regulatory requirements: OSHA, EPA, DOT, RCRA, and other federal and state regulations.
- Be able to manage permit requirements and documentation for wastewater and other environmental aspects as needed. Ensure proper documentation and data analytics, metrics associated with permits.
- Manage hazardous and universal waste program.
- Manage dangerous goods program (49-CFR and IATA).
- Manage respiratory protection and industrial hygiene program.
- Performs risk assessments and program self-assessments.
- Provides oversight of hazard communication regulatory requirements and chemical safety.
- Supports sites emergency response team.
- Produces value added and cost-effective results.
- Identifies, analyzes and resolves existing/new EHS challenges.
- Integrates EHS solutions across the business within regulatory constraints.
- Conducts investigations and root cause analysis.
- Provides recommendations as appropriate.
- Develops solutions to a wide range of complex problems where in-depth analysis is required.
- Anticipates future trends, obstacles and barriers as they relate to technical expertise and develops strategies to address.
- Mentors others by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance.
- Interfaces with regulatory agencies, trade groups and peers from similar organizations.
- Represents the company in external meetings.
- Communicate information effectively and in a timely manner with team members.
- Establishes networks.
- Is a good listener and open to suggestions; shares resources, knowledge and serves as an EHS expert in cross-functional projects.
- Builds professional relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, and vendors.
- Identifies training needs.
- Develops amends and conducts training.
- Prepares and delivers presentations intended to motivate or persuade others to adopt a specific recommendation or course of action.
- Supports compliance with all applicable regulations and internal standards.
- Stays current on changing technical requirements, regulations and standards.
- Identifies potential EHS risks and consequences of new and modified processes/systems/regulations and takes appropriate action.
- Ensures timeliness and accuracy of required documentation.
- Can identify potential EHS consequences of non-conformance and takes appropriate action.
- Represents the function during external regulatory inspections and internal audits.
- Analyzes and communicates EHS performance data.
- Responsible for achieving or contributing towards EHS targets.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental health safety, Engineering, Science, or closely related or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competencies.
- Minimum 1-year relevant experience.
- Demonstrate competencies within the following: Set Vision & Strategy, Anticipate, Innovate, Build and Deliver Results.
- 3 years of desired EHS and/or operational experience.
- Proficient in using MS Office and systems for data management and reporting.
