ESH Specialist

Amentum; Kaiserslautern; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an ESH Specialist to inspect and evaluate workplaces for adherence to Environmental, Safety and Health programs and government standards. You will manage risk analyses, budgets, and training, while fostering a safety-first culture across operations.

Responsibilities include developing SH&E procedures, coordinating safety programs, incident investigations, and regular inspections. Strong German language skills and knowledge of applicable regulations are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or foreign equivalent.
• Three (3) years in Safety, Health and Environmental field required.
• Strong German language skills for effective communication.
• Knowledge of Host Nation, DoD, OSHA, OEBGD, and 14001 standards and related regulations.
• Proficient with MS Office and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk analysis, resource budgeting, and training coordination.
• Instill safety-first culture and low accident rates.
• Develop/revise SH&E SOPs and work instructions.
• Coordinate safety programs and provide training as required.
• Lead incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Conduct monthly workplace inspections and regulatory compliance checks.

Skills

German language

Safety management

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)

BCSP STS/OHST certification (preferred)

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Purpose

The ESH Specialist is responsible for inspecting and evaluating the workplace, equipment and practices for adherence to the Environmental, Safety and Health Program (implemented by the ESH Manager) and government health and safety standards and regulations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform risk analysis, identify needed resources (such as personal protective equipment) and budget for resources, identify required training for employees in various operations, perform and document training, document and submit monthly performance metrics, perform ESH inspections, implement employee reward and recognition program.
• Instills a safety first mentality within respective work areas and a culture that achieves low accident rates and minimal lost-time injuries.

• Develops/revises Work Instructions (WIs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), for all SH&E elements.
• Coordinates and implements the Total Maintenance Contract Occupational Safety and Health Program at the site level; identify and mitigate physical and procedural hazards in the workplace, provide or coordinate safety training for employees as required or directed.
• Responsible for incident reporting and investigation, assistance with developing and implementing corrective actions, conducting work area inspections and assessments, waste minimization, pollution prevention and control, and record keeping.
• Follows Amentum's injury management guidelines for treating occupational injuries through coordination of local medical facilities and Amentum safety leadership. Perform root cause analysis and provide guidance to site management toward appropriate corrective actions.
• Advise project management on Amentum safety management policies, procedures, and directives.
• Conduct and document monthly workplace inspections to identify hazardous conditions and regulatory non‑compliance issues.
• Identify required training for employees in various operations, perform and document training.
• Perform all other position related duties as directed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or Foreign Country equivalent.

• Experience: Three (3) years’ experience in Safety, Health and Environmental field are required.
• Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong German language skills are required. Must be able to read and speak German to effectively communicate with the workforce, vendors, subcontractors and customers.
• Must have the comprehensive knowledge of Host Nation, DoD, OSHA, OEBGD, and 14001 standards, hazardous waste management, and other applicable Federal regulations.
• Must have excellent computer, interpersonal, problem solving, and oral and written communication skills.
• Must be customer service focused.
• Must be able to work efficiently alone and as a team member.
• Must be able to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Must have working knowledge of MS Office programs to include; Word, EXCEL, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook
• Certification, License & Clearance: Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) or Occupational Hygiene & Safety Technician (OHST) or equivalent preferred.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. Requires climbing on ladders, scaffolding, and platforms standing, bending, and working in cramped areas; lifting and carrying tools and equipment which occasionally may weigh over 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Eachemployee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Compensation Details

€3,075.16 – €3,525.16

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

11/02/2026 - Until Filled

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