Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least six years of relevant EHS experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Professional accreditations from OSHA, Safety Councils, BCEA, EPA, or similar organizations preferred.
Strong knowledge of occupational safety, environmental compliance, incident investigation, and risk management principles.
Ability to interpret regulations and prepare reports and presentations.
Strong analytical, mathematical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Proficiency with various software such as database, project management, and spreadsheets.
Effective communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Enforce safety and environmental policies in compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations.
Develop and deliver EHS training programs for various levels within the organization.
Lead cross-functional safety and environmental audits to support continuous improvement.
Oversee and ensure compliance of environmental programs and waste disposal activities.
Lead safety committees and initiatives focused on audits and injury reduction.
Conduct facility inspections and implement measures to reduce risk.
Manage incident investigations, including reporting and regulatory compliance.
Track EHS metrics to analyze trends and implement corrective actions.
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and 401K matching.
Development programs and advancement opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training available.
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays are offered.
Commitment to quality products and services.
Supportive working environment and culture.
Employee appreciation programs and events.
Full Job Description
Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Role Overview
Administer all safety and environmental programs for Mitsubishi Power Americas Plant Services under the direction of the EHS Manager or Senior Manager.
Promote a safe and healthy work environment for employees and contractors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance for EHS coordinators and specialists.
Key Responsibilities
Enforce safety and environmental policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
Develop and deliver EHS training programs for supervisors, managers, employees, and subcontractors.
Lead cross-functional safety and environmental audits and support continuous improvement through 6S initiatives.
Oversee environmental programs and waste disposal activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
Lead and support safety committees, audits, investigations, corrective actions, and injury reduction initiatives.
Conduct facility inspections and implement preventive and corrective measures to reduce risk.
Manage incident investigations, workers' compensation activities, recordkeeping, and regulatory reporting.
Track EHS metrics, analyze trends, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective action plans.
Verify subcontractor EHS training and compliance with Mitsubishi Power standards.
Represent the EHS function at meetings, conferences, and organizational events.
Support leadership reporting requirements and assume EHS leadership duties during manager absences.
Travel up to 10% as required and perform other assigned duties.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least six years of relevant EHS experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Professional accreditations from OSHA, Safety Councils, BCEA, EPA, or similar organizations preferred.
Strong knowledge of occupational safety, environmental compliance, incident investigation, and risk management principles.
Ability to interpret regulations, technical procedures, and business documentation and to prepare reports and presentations.
Strong analytical, mathematical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Proficiency with database, risk management, project management, spreadsheet, and word processing software.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, customers, and regulatory agencies.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in industrial environments and use required personal protective equipment.
