EH&S Specialist Job Description

EH&S Specialist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a EH&S Specialist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and annually review EHS Procedures and Work Instructions in compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices;
  • Maintain Waste Water Program & Sewer Usage Discharge Agreement for the Rods Room;
  • Review & evaluate chemical purchases for the site to ensure regulatory compliance;
  • Administer the Laboratory Safety Programs;
  • Maintain Permits – C of A for exhaust hoods and emergency back-up generator;
  • Participate on the Moves, Adds, Changes Committee (MAC) to proactively ensure EH&S compliance with any upcoming changes.

Requirements:

  • Must hold a valid passport and be able to travel internationally;
  • Lean Manufacturing experience beneficial;
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment;
  • At least 3 to 5 years of experience in progressively responsible EHS roles within medical or life sciences industry and lab/R&D operations;
  • This position requires up to 10% travel;
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills;
  • Must possess or be working towards obtaining a CHSC or CRSP designation;
  • Requires Lead auditor certification or presently capable of being certified;
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science or Engineering is required;
  • Ability to influence others without authority;
  • Demonstrated ability to determine training needs, organize and conduct training;
  • Can effectively deal with ambiguity;
  • Previous experience in carrying out Hazard Analysis, incident investigation and Risk Assessment;
  • Previous experience in dealing with regulatory agencies;
  • Strong organizational skills and adherence to informational systems and processes.