EHHS Specialist

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Gurabo (PR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid time off & holidays

DailyPay access

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking an EHHS Specialist to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive health, safety, and environmental programs across operations. You will partner with operations leadership to drive a culture of safety while ensuring regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship.

The role reports to the EHHS Manager or Facilities Management leadership and focuses on SOP creation, risk assessment, audits, and incident investigations in a facilities setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years in health, safety, and environmental management in facilities/industrial settings.
• Experience with OSHA, EPA, DOT regulatory processes.
• Proven experience with internal safety audits and incident investigations.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop SOPs for health, safety, hygiene, and environmental protection.
• Ensure OSHA/EPA/DOT compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Lead incident investigations and CAPA development.
• Establish risk registers and governance frameworks across the organization.

Skills

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Hazard assessment

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Master's degree in Safety/Environmental

Tools

Safety management systems

Environmental compliance software

Audit/inspection tools

Chemical inventory/SDS systems

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

The Environment, Health, Hygiene and Safety (EHHS) Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive health, safety, and environmental protection programs to ensure workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship across all organizational operations. This role serves as a strategic partner to operations leadership, driving a culture of safety excellence while ensuring adherence to all applicable regulations and industry best practices. The EHHS Specialist operates under the direct supervision and guidance of the EHHS Manager or Facilities Management leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy & Procedure CreationDevelop comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) covering all aspects of workplace health, safety, hygiene, and environmental protectionCreate detailed workflow documentation including process maps, risk assessment matrices, and emergency response protocolsEstablish governance frameworks with clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability structures across all organizational levelsDesign quality control checkpoints and validation processes to ensure consistent program executionImplement document control systems with version management, regular review cycles, and stakeholder approval processes
• Regulatory Compliance & Standards ManagementEnsure strict compliance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, etc.)Monitor and interpret evolving regulatory requirements and implement necessary program updatesMaintain comprehensive compliance documentation and prepare for regulatory inspectionsConduct systematic compliance audits and gap analysesDevelop and maintain permits, licenses, and regulatory reporting systems
• Risk Assessment & Hazard MitigationProactively identify and evaluate workplace hazards through regular safety inspections, job hazard analyses, and environmental monitoringConduct comprehensive risk assessments for new equipment, processes, and facility modificationsDevelop and implement hazard control hierarchies (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE)Create and maintain risk registers with prioritized mitigation strategiesImplement preventive identification processes through predictive analytics and trend analysis
• Incident Response & InvestigationLead thorough incident investigations including detailed root cause analyses using systematic methodologies (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA)Develop and implement effective corrective and preventive action plans (CAPAs)Create incident tracking systems with categorization protocols (severity, type, location, contributing factors)Establish escalation matrices defining response timeframes, responsible parties, and communication requirementsCoordinate emergency response activities and manage crisis communicationsPrepare incident reports and regulatory notifications as required

Required Qualifications

• EducationMinimum: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related fieldPreferred: Advanced degree (Master's) in Safety, Environmental, or related discipline
• ExperienceRequired: 3-5 years of progressive experience in health, safety, and environmental management in industrial, commercial, or facilities settingsIndustry Experience: 3+ years in facilities management, manufacturing, construction, or related fieldRegulatory Experience: Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory agenciesAudit Experience: Experience conducting internal safety audits and supporting external regulatory inspectionsIncident Investigation: Proven track record conducting thorough incident investigations and root cause analyses
• Professional Certifications (Preferred)Certified Safety Professional (CSP)Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)Associate Safety Professional (ASP)OSHA 30-Hour General Industry or Construction First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certificationEnvironmental certifications (RCRA, DOT Hazmat, etc.)
• Technical SkillsSafety & Environmental SystemsProficiency in safety management systems and incident tracking platformsExperience with environmental compliance management softwareKnowledge of industrial hygiene monitoring equipment and techniquesFamiliarity with chemical inventory and SDS management systemsCompetence with audit and inspection management tools

Location

On-site – Gurabo, PR

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits

Personalised benefits that support personal well-being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.

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