Lead EHS Specialist - ACSC

-; Springdale; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A major aerospace company is seeking a Lead EHS Specialist based in Springdale, Newfoundland and Labrador, to develop and implement environmental health and safety programs. Key responsibilities include conducting inspections, training employees and management on compliance, and maintaining metrics for reporting. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Safety or Occupational Health Management and have at least 3 years of EHS experience. The role offers professional development and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of EHS experience or 4+ years of EHS experience with a high school diploma/GED.
• Ability to communicate effectively in various contexts.
• Experience working independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate metrics for reporting.
• Facilitate organizational development on EHS issues.
• Conduct risk assessments and suggest mitigation strategies.
• Deliver EHS training and manage compliance responsibilities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with environmental compliance

Lean manufacturing experience

Training presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Safety or Occupational Health Management

Job description

Job Description Summary

The role will be based out of a component repair shop. The Lead EHS Specialist will assist in developing and implementing environmental health and safety programs, conducting inspections and risk assessments and providing a strong training program to ensure workplace compliance.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate-based reporting systems;
• Facilitate organization and leadership development efforts to address the root cause of EHS related issues.
• Coach management and employees at all levels to ensure compliance with all EHS program expectations and applicable federal & state laws;
• Conducting risk assessments related to jobs performed by employees and suggests risk mitigation strategies through the Job Safety Analysis process;
• Recommending and implementing appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics;
• Training and assisting others (managers, employees, etc.) to complete their safety and compliance responsibilities (audits, follow safety rules, etc.);
• Conducting appropriate inspections and audits, and ensuring corrective actions are monitored and documented;
• Conducting EHS training as needed, including new employee and contractor orientation;
• Responding to and investigating events including injuries and near-miss events.
• Drive closure of effective corrective / preventive actions, as assigned;
• Perform other duties, as assigned, in support of the EHS Program;
• Utilize Flight Deck to drive EHS Improvement

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree (in Environmental Safety, or Occupational Health Management preferred) from an accredited college or university and 3+ years of EHS experience (or a minimum high school diploma / GED with an additional 4+ years of EHS experience).

Desired Characteristics

• Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, listening, and customer service skills with the ability to effectively communicate with and work well with others in order to manage projects, meetings.
• Experience with environmental compliance.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• Experience presenting training to large multidisciplinary groups.
• Works well independently and in a group environment.

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes