Senior Environment Health Safety Specialist

Be the leader who sets the safety standard—not just enforces it.

The Senior EHS Specialist is responsible for leading, implementing, and continuously improving Environmental, Health, and Safety programs to ensure a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment. This role partners closely with operations and leadership to proactively manage risk, strengthen regulatory compliance, and foster a strong safety culture across the organization.

• Lead and ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable safety regulations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert across core safety programs, including LOTO, confined space, hot work, fall protection, PPE, contractor/construction safety, electrical safety (NFPA 70E), and ergonomics.
• Oversee environmental compliance related to waste management, emissions, and pollution control.
• Support permitting and regulatory requirements, including RCRA, SPDES, chemical and petroleum bulk storage, and Title V air permits.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct workplace inspections and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA); identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Design and deliver EHS training for employees and contractors.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through engagement and leadership collaboration.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and regulatory reporting.

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans and coordinate drills.
• Track EHS metrics, maintain compliance records, and recommend program improvements aligned with regulatory and industry best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• CSP, CIH, or similar professional certification strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive EHS experience, preferably in an industrial or utility environment.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, training delivery, risk assessment, and compliance systems.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.