Hazard Communications Specialist

Lubrizol; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty chemical company in the UK is seeking a Hazard Communications Specialist to drive compliance and enhance product safety. In this hybrid role, you'll handle hazard assessments, collaborate with various departments, and mentor lesser-experienced staff. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant field and has at least 2 years of regulatory industry experience. Join a diverse team and help shape the future today.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Professional career development

Culture of accountability and empowerment

Qualifications

• Conduct health hazard and environmental hazard assessments.
• Monitor/evaluate upcoming legislation impacting compliance.
• Train and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Research and compile hazard information.
• Collaborate with internal teams for sustainable solutions.
• Lead projects assigned by the regional manager.

Skills

Master’s degree in chemistry, Biological Sciences, or EHS related field

2+ years practical experience within the chemical regulatory industry

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

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 we're 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.

Responsibilities

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, eSDS’s 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

• Master’s degree in chemistry, Biological Sciences, or EHS related field
• 2+ years practical experience within the chemical regulatory industry
• Understanding of SDS’s 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!