Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager - Brownsville, TX

SMS Mill Services. • Full-time • Brownsville, Texas • 4d ago

Position Summary
A Industrial company is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to join our dynamic team in our Brownsville, TX location. Under the direction of the Senior EHS Manager, this position will lead and manage all Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Risk Functions. This role will be a catalyst to evolve change by implementing initiatives that will enhance the company’s EHS performance.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & EHS Performance

Lead continuous improvement of site EHS performance and promote a strong safety culture
Serve as the site EHS subject matter expert and advisor to leadership
Spend approximately 60% of time in the field observing, coaching, and mentoring employees
Supervise the day-to-day activities of two Safety Coordinator/Techs that directly report to this position

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, EPA, USCG, and other applicable agencies)
Interpret regulatory requirements and advises management on necessary actions
Manage asbestos, lead, PCB, etc. safety programs to include collection of samples to drive proper safety and environmental related protection and oversee completion of waste log manifests.
Ensure environmental permits and programs are in compliance and up to date (Air, SWPPP, SPCC, TIERII, etc.).
Coordinate inspections, audits, agency interactions, and required reporting
Primary contact for all state and federal agencies regarding safety and environmental matters.
Coordinate the completion of industrial hygiene related activities by qualified external parties (e.g., noise, chemical and particulate exposure, etc.).
Coordinate emergency response drills and lead after action reviews

Hazard Identification & Incident Management

Facilitate, working with Operations, the completion of risk assessments, Job Safety Analyses, and SOP’s for all site activities
Conduct inspections, audits, and hazard assessments
Investigate incidents, near misses, and environmental releases; perform root cause analysis
Track corrective actions and verify completion
Manage incident reporting in the EHS management system

Training & Workforce Engagement

Develop and maintain the site training matrix and annual training plan
Ensures applicable employees are properly trained in asbestos, lead base paint, confined space entry, leading edge fall protection, mobile equipment and crane operator certifications, etc.
Deliver or facilitate EHS training programs and weekly safety meetings
Support onboarding and contractor orientation processes
Co-chair the site safety committee with the site GM

Environmental Programs

Maintain compliance with environmental programs including SPCC, SWPPP, air permits, and waste management
Coordinate environmental reporting (e.g., Tier II, emissions reporting)
Support spill response, documentation, and corrective actions
Manage sampling activities to ensure compliance with SWPPP, asbestos, lead and PCB requirements

Program Management & Documentation

Develop, implement, and update EHS policies, procedures, and work instructions
Maintain accurate records (OSHA logs, training records, compliance calendar)
Track safety metrics and communicate performance and key learnings

Medical & Case Management

Participate in injury and illness management, co-leads incident investigations with site GM
Support case management to reduce recordable injuries while ensuring appropriate care
Coordinate medical response, be available to transport or coordinate transportation of non-emergency injuries or illnesses to the local clinic.
Assist HR with workers’ compensation coordination and return-to-work processes

Qualifications

4+ years of EHS experience in industrial, construction, or similar environments
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations; working knowledge of EPA programs
Experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Ability to work in outdoor, heavy industrial environments
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain security clearance

Preferred

Experience in demolition, or scrap operations
Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Industrial hygiene experience (lead, asbestos, noise)
Radiation safety experience
Experience with EHS management systems (e.g., KPA or similar)

Work Environment & Expectations

Combination of office and field work in a heavy industrial setting
Regular exposure to outdoor conditions, noise, and active operations
Occasional travel to support activities as approved by EHS Supervisor.
Weekend/overtime work as required (not expected to be more than once per month)

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance (Day 1 eligibility)
401(k) with 4% company match (immediate vesting)
Paid holidays and 4 weeks of vacation
Collaborative, high-performance work environment with growth opportunities

SMS Shipbreaking, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Shipbreaking, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.