EHHS Specialist
US JLP-Jones Lang LaSalle Puerto Rico
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Job summary
Jones Lang LaSalle Puerto Rico is seeking an Environment, Health, Hygiene and Safety (EHHS) Specialist to design and implement comprehensive programs ensuring workplace safety and regulatory compliance across operations in Gurabo, PR. This is a full-time, on-site role.
You will serve as a strategic partner to operations leadership, develop SOPs, manage audits, incident investigations and CAPAs, and drive a culture of safety excellence while maintaining permits and reporting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
- Advanced degree in Safety, Environmental, or related discipline preferred.
- 3-5 years of progressive health, safety, and environmental management experience.
- Experience with OSHA, EPA, DOT and regulatory inspections.
- Proven incident investigations and root cause analyses.
Responsibilities
- Develop SOPs covering health, safety, hygiene, and environmental protection.
- Manage regulatory compliance, audits and permits.
- Lead incident investigations and CAPA implementation.
- Perform risk assessments for equipment, processes, and facility changes.
- Coordinate emergency response planning and training.
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Posted 2 Days Ago Full Time Less than 10 Applies
Gurabo, PR 00778
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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.
- Develop comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) covering all aspects of workplace health, safety, hygiene, and environmental protection
- Create detailed workflow documentation including process maps, risk assessment matrices, and emergency response protocols
- Establish governance frameworks with clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability structures across all organizational levels
- Design quality control checkpoints and validation processes to ensure consistent program execution
- Implement document control systems with version management, regular review cycles, and stakeholder approval processes
- Ensure 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 updates
- Maintain comprehensive compliance documentation and prepare for regulatory inspections
- Conduct systematic compliance audits and gap analyses
- Develop and maintain permits, licenses, and regulatory reporting systems
- Proactively identify and evaluate workplace hazards through regular safety inspections, job hazard analyses, and environmental monitoring
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for new equipment, processes, and facility modifications
- Develop and implement hazard control hierarchies (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE)
- Create and maintain risk registers with prioritized mitigation strategies
- Implement preventive identification processes through predictive analytics and trend analysis
- Lead 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 requirements
- Coordinate emergency response activities and manage crisis communications
- Prepare incident reports and regulatory notifications as required
- Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety , Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field
- Preferred: Advanced degree (Master's) in Safety, Environmental, or related discipline
- Required: 3-5 years of progressive experience in health, safety, and environmental management in industrial, commercial, or facilities settings
- Industry Experience: 3+ years in facilities management, manufacturing, construction, or related field
- Regulatory Experience: Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory agencies
- Audit Experience: Experience conducting internal safety audits and supporting external regulatory inspections
- Incident Investigation: Proven track record conducting thorough incident investigations and root cause analyses
- 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 certification
- Environmental certifications (RCRA, DOT Hazmat, etc.)
- Proficiency in safety management systems and incident tracking platforms
- Experience with environmental compliance management software
- Knowledge of industrial hygiene monitoring equipment and techniques
- Familiarity with chemical inventory and SDS management systems
- Competence with audit and inspection management tools
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
On-site –Gurabo, PR
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- 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
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Posted 2 Days Ago Full Time Less than 10 Applies
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