Hazard Communications Specialist

Lubrizol; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty chemicals company is seeking a Hazard Communications Specialist to conduct health and environmental hazard assessments and maintain compliance with regulations. Ideal for an early career scientist with a Master's degree in a relevant field and a passion for regulatory practices. This hybrid role offers a chance to work closely with diverse teams to create sustainable solutions while enhancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive company culture

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Qualifications

• 2 years practical experience within the chemical regulatory industry.
• Understanding of global hazard communications regulatory schemes (GHS).
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health hazard and environmental hazard assessments.
• Maintain data integrity on our hazard assessments.
• Monitor upcoming legislation and its impact.
• Participate in system development projects.
• Train and mentor less experienced staff.

Skills

Health hazard assessments

Environmental hazard assessments

SDS authoring

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Masters degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences or EHS related field

Tools

SDS authoring systems

Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Hazard Communications Specialist

Job Location : Hazelwood

Job type : permanent

Type of role : Hybrid

Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as Hazard Communication Specialist!

Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol were transforming the global hazard classification (C&L) reviews and the global dangerous classification worldwide and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world and want to make a real impact we want you on our team.

What You’ll Do

As a Hazard Communications Specialist you will research, compile, and evaluate compositional hazard and regulatory information as part of the Product Safety and Compliance Department (PSCD). This is a highly cross‑functional position with regular communication and influence on all business commercial units R&D, procurement, supply chain operations, legal, and finance. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

What We’re Looking For

An early career qualified scientist with a passion for further developing their regulatory know-how and applying it to the specialty chemical sector who will:

• Conduct health hazard and environmental hazard assessments to create SDSs, eSDSs and label content for products, intermediates, and experimental products
• Maintain data integrity on our hazard assessments in the SDS authoring system
• Monitor / evaluate upcoming and pending legislation to determine the impact on Lubrizol developing plans to address these new or changing requirements
• Actively participate in system development projects to continue to maintain compliance with Global Hazard Communication regulations and related requirements
• Support and lead projects as assigned by the regional manager
• Train, mentor, and develop less experienced staff

Skills That Make a Difference

• Masters degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences or EHS related field
• 2 years practical experience within the chemical regulatory industry
• Understanding of SDS authoring based on various national, international, and global hazard communications regulatory schemes (GHS)
• Knowledge and experience with industry SDS authoring systems
• Knowledge and experience in transportation requirements, physical hazard handling, and personal protective equipment (PPE) assessments
• Self‑motivated and comfortable working in a team environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and appropriately manage priorities
• Detail oriented, strong problem‑solving skills, and results driven
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills
• Ability to be self‑motivated proactive, attentive to detail and to manage competing priorities
• Ability to be creative and resourceful in all aspects of the job
• Some travelling among our different sites in India may be required

Perks and Rewards That Inspire

• Develop your professional career with a highly respected industry‑leading multinational company that is part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
• Become part of a culture that is based on accountability and empowerment and which values diversity and inclusivity
• A competitive remuneration and benefits package

Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let’s shape the future together!