Environmental Health and Safety Professional

Associates Systems • New Jersey • 6m ago

Environmental Health and Safety Professional

Experience in a safety role within construction, industrial plants or similar industries
In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards and other regulatory requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in environmental health and safety, preferably in a construction or industrial setting.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification are preferred.
Strong knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations.

An Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professional ensures workplace safety and environmental compliance by developing safety programs, conducting inspections, and investigating incidents to meet OSHA and EPA regulations. They identify hazards, provide safety training, manage hazardous materials, and implement corrective actions to prevent accidents.
Enable the owners/operators to meet standards to do work on projects
Ability to handle multiple projects a plus

Develop and implement health and safety programs to meet regulatory requirements and company standards.
Conduct regular workplace health and safety assessments and make recommendations for improvement.
Investigate accidents and incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Provide training and education on health and safety policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records of all health and safety activities, including training records and accident reports.

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field a plus

Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Identify, evaluate, and control chemical, physical, and biological.
Develop and deliver training programs on topics such as emergency response, hazardous material handling, and proper equipment usage.
Investigate accidents, injuries, and near-misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Create and update safety protocols, emergency response plans, and environmental compliance procedures.

Offered health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) savings plan; long term disability coverage; and life and accident insurance and any applicable federal and state sick leave.
Pay range open to negotiation