REPORTS TO: Shipyard Superintendent / Vice-President / President

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: The Environmental Health & Safety Admin (EHS) is responsible for the administration of various shipyard support fields (health, environmental, safety, logistics, etc.). The EHS will interact with over 10 different trades, and multiple subcontractors that are directly involved with ship production and will need to obtain a basic grasp of each to obtain success in this role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS:

Implement and conduct various environmental tests to maintain and improve shipyard environmental compliance
Prepare documents for regular shipyard audits by OSHA, insurance companies, US Coast Guard, etc.
Monitor and interpret regulatory changes to ensure the organization remains compliant with evolving laws and guidelines
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs, procedures, and environmental control
Create and maintain records for skilled trades trainings
Develop safety training matrix
Update documentation and perform distribution of shipyard procedures to applicable personnel
Identify project risks and communicate recommendations to the Shipyard Superintendent, including:
Safety and loss control concerns
Subcontractor and supplier issues
Site conditions and logistics challenges
Scheduling conflicts and delays
Change orders and document conflicts
Maintain clear and consistent communication across departments to support operations
All other duties as assigned based on operational needs.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

3 Years of experience in an EHS related field OR; A EHS-relevant Bachelor’s degree in EHS-relevant background preferred
Basic understanding of shipyard operations and multiple skilled trades (e.g., welding, pipefitting, electrical, marine painting)
Familiarity with OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements on a state and federal level
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent judgment and attention to detail
Effective communication skills, with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization and with external partners
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions
Ability to work in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Ability to perform repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
Ability to use upper and lower extremities
Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold
Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes
Occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds
Ability to traverse uneven terrain, including loose pack gravel
Ability to work over bodies of water

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required.

HAZARDS: Weather, fumes, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration.

SHIFT:

Monday – Friday
40 - 45+ hours a week
7:00am – 3:30pm

Overtime and Weekends required based on business needs

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

Competitive Pay – $26 - $28 depending on experience, education, and interview
Single and Family Medical + Dental + Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month proceeding start date
$20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost for full-time employees
$1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment
Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired
401(K) + company match after 1 year
Six paid company holidays
Paid sick and vacation New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment Combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10
Health Savings Account
An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce
Overtime available after 40 hours

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