DescriptionWe are looking for a talented Health, Safety and Environmental Project Specialist – Senior to join our team specializing in health and safety for our Cummins’ business in Bloomfield, CT.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Foster Strong Cross-Functional Relationships
You’ll build trust and collaboration across departments, ensuring alignment and engagement in health, safety, and environmental (HSE) initiatives.
Champion a Positive HSE Culture
By promoting safety and environmental responsibility, you’ll influence behaviors and create a workplace where well-being is a top priority.
Empower Employees Through Consultation
You’ll give employees a voice in shaping policies and programs, driving ownership and commitment to safer work environments.
Identify and Address Strategic Risks
Using hazard and risk assessments, you’ll pinpoint gaps and lead projects that reduce compliance risks and improve safety performance.
Drive Data-Driven Decision Making
By monitoring metrics and audit results, you’ll prioritize initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in HSE outcomes.
Lead Projects from Start to Finish
You’ll manage timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring projects meet goals and deliver sustainable risk reduction.
Promote Continuous Improvement
Leveraging methodologies like Plan-Do-Check-Act, you’ll implement innovative solutions that enhance safety and environmental practices.
Develop People and Processes
Through coaching, training, and creating robust policies, you’ll strengthen organizational capability and compliance while fostering professional growth.
ResponsibilitiesTo be successful in this role you will need the following:
Strong Stakeholder and Team Management Skills
Balance the needs of multiple stakeholders while building effective, diverse teams that collaborate toward common goals.
Influential Communication and Trust Building
Instill trust through honesty and authenticity, use persuasive communication to gain commitment, and relate comfortably with diverse groups.
Technical Expertise in HSE and Risk Management
Apply international HSE standards, conduct thorough incident investigations, perform risk assessments, and use data-driven insights to improve safety and environmental performance.
Strategic Planning and Project Leadership
Plan and align work with organizational goals, manage projects effectively, deliver engaging training, and champion a positive HSE culture through continuous improvement initiatives.
QualificationsEducation/Experience:
- College, university, or equivalent degree required. Occupational Health, Safety or Environmental degree preferred.
- Intermediate relevant experience required, including team leadership and project management.
- Experience with Industrial Safety Standards preferred. 3-5 years of experience.
Additional Details:
- ISO 14001:2015 experience
- Wastewater treatment system experience
- Conduct stormwater and wastewater sampling
- Maintain SWPP and SPCC plans and conduct appropriate inspections
- Conduct training (classroom and hands-on) including but not limited to :
- forklifts, scissor-lifts, pallet jacks
- RCRA/DOT
- New hires
- Maintain General Permit for Stormwater and Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permits
- Perform data collection (permit-by-rule) for Air Emissions
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets
- Tier II filing
- Management of Environmental Contractors
- Input & tracking of Environmental Metrics
- Management of Industrial Hygiene programs (Air & Noise)
- Hazardous Communication/SDS Management
- Waste Management (Non-Haz., Haz., & Universal Waste)
- Manage usage & recovery logs for Ozone-depleting substances (ODS) and Refrigerants
- Excellent people skills
Compensation
Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.
