Environment Health and Safety Engineer

The Exploration Company; Bordeaux; Sur place; EUR 38 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Relocation assistance

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Fun and collaborative work environment

Résumé du poste

The Exploration Company is looking for an Environment Health and Safety Engineer to support compliance with EHS standards across various projects in Bordeaux, France. You will ensure the organization adheres to regulations by conducting audits and promoting safety initiatives.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety management, solid communication skills in French and English, and a background in relevant industries like aerospace. Join us in a dynamic work environment that fosters agility, collaboration, and innovation.

Qualifications

• First experience in an EHS role, preferably in aerospace, oil & gas, or automotive.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies, safety audits, and incident investigation.
• Detail and solution-oriented mindset with strong independence.

Responsabilités

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Support implementation and maintenance of safety programs and policies.
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance with EHS standards.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills in French and English

Knowledge of EHS regulations

Knowledge of ISO standards

Formation

Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety management

Description du poste

Overview

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo—and potentially humans in the longer run.

As an Environment Health and Safety (EHS) Engineer, you will support the environment, health and safety compliance for different functions and projects across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance of Health Safety Environment: Ensure the organization complies with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards set by local, national, and EU agencies. (Mandatory trainings, required documentation towards French governmental agencies)
• Safety programs and policies: Support the implementation and maintain comprehensive safety programs and policies aimed at minimizing workplace hazards and ensuring a safe working environment.
• Inspections and audits: Conduct regular inspections and audits of facilities, equipment, and processes to ensure ongoing compliance with EHS standards and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Improvements and KPI: Propose improvements to the system and monitor KPI to ensure a zero accident policy.
• Hazardous materials handling: Assist on proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and waste, minimizing environmental impact.

EHS Management

• Organizational integration: Actively promotes workplace health, safety, and environmental concerns across all tiers of the organization, from executive leadership to operational staff, by ensuring access to relevant training programs and the rollout of EHS awareness campaigns and introductory initiatives.
• Risk analysis: Performs and supports risk analysis, helping employees reduce risk exposure, by implementing adequate measures concordant to applicable regulations.
• Emergency planning: Develop and coordinate robust emergency response plans and procedures to handle potential emergencies such as fires, chemical spills, or natural disasters effectively.
• Investigation and corrective actions: Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Project Safety

• Hazard analysis support: Provide expert advice on health and safety matters related to product and projects contributing to risk management process and hazard analysis at project level (FMEA, HAZID, HAZOP).
• Project life-cycle support: Support teams all along project life (from cradle to life) to ensure adherence to applicable requirements and propose actions to contain risk exposure.

What we would love to see from you

In the role of Environment Health and Safety (EHS) Engineer ideally, you will have the following:

• Bachelor\'s degree in environmental health and safety management or a closely related field
• First experience in an EHS role, preferably within one of the following industries: aerospace, oil & gas, automotive or similar
• Knowledge of French EHS regulations (Code du travail; ICPE)
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies, safety audits, and incident investigation
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills in both French and English
• Be a unifying force and encourage everyone to follow
• Detail and solution-oriented mindset with a strong ability to work independently
• Support and deploy culture change to create a culture of safety
• Knowledge of the standards ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

Additional assets

• Knowledge and experience with hazards linked to:
• • Chemicals
  • Pressurised gases
  • Cryogenics fluids
  • Electrical installations

Why you should join us

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:

• We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
• We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
• We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are you up for the challenge?

We\'d love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.

The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.