Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Amiens; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to ensure compliance with regulations and promote a safe work environment. This role involves monitoring safety practices, conducting training, and developing policies to minimize environmental impact. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental health and safety, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Join a team dedicated to fostering a safe and healthy workplace while making a positive impact on the environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Environmental Health/Safety preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH) preferred.

Responsabilités

• Monitor compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop training programs.
• Lead investigations of accidents and maintain emergency response plans.

Connaissances

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Training and education skills

Communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Basic chemistry knowledge

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health

Master of Science in Public Health

Outils

Office software applications

Description du poste

Summary
Responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations by implementing and maintaining programs, policies, and procedures to promote a safe and healthy work environment, prevent accidents and injuries, and minimize the organization's impact on the environment.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.

-Develop, implement, and update environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.

-Conduct risk assessments and identify workplace hazards related to environmental, health, and safety.

-Develop and deliver training programs on environmental, health, and safety topics.

-Lead and conduct investigations of accidents, incidents, and near-miss events.

-Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures.

-Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify safety hazards, equipment deficiencies, and unsafe work practices.

-Maintain accurate records of environmental, health, and safety activities, including inspections, incidents, training, and permits.

Education

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree in the environmental health & safety or related field required.
• Master of Science in health, safety, risk or public health related field preferred.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

• No

Licenses and Credentials

• Professional certifications (e,g. CSP, CIH, CHMM, HEM) preferred

• OSHA HAZWOPER Certification preferred

• RCRA/DOT Certification preferred

Experience

• Environmental Health/Safety Experience 3-5 years preferred

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Knowledgein Building Engineering Systems and Trades
• Knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety Risk Assessment methods
• Ability to effectively train and educate employees on environmental, health, and safety topics
• Ability to effectively conduct public and virtual presentations/trainings to varied audiences of varied sizes; proficiency in verbal and written English language communication
• Ability to interact effectively with people individually and in small groups
• Ability to read sources of chemical hazard information, recognize risks and apply pertinent safety practices
• Ability to plan, coordinate and track projects to completion
• Ability to handle conflict tactfully and constructively
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities
• Basic competency in general chemistry
• Computer competency with general office software and applications
• Efficient team meeting management and facilitation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience reading blueprints/floorplans
• Experience in environmental health and safety management or a related field preferred
• Experience with CMS/Joint Commission Codes Preferred

Working Conditions and Environment

• Work under the supervision of the Safety & Environmental Affairs Manager and Department Director
• Flexibility and teamwork: this department has a broad set of responsibilities requiring all technical staff to multitask and support others
• Will handle hazardous chemical materials, including spills
• Occasional work in environments with biological, chemical, or physical hazards
• Must wear personal protective equipment as assigned, including respiratory protection
• Periodically required to work off-hours; occasionally required to respond to urgent matters with short notice on regular and off-hours;
• Must take on-call duties in a regular schedule rotating with other department staff on regular and off-hours.
• Must travel to off-site facilities periodically to respond and/or investigate incidents or support program needs
• Must be capable of frequent multitasking
• Physically able to perform tasks such as walking, standing, climbing, lifting, carrying

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.