EHS Coordinator

Jobtailor; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Brimstone is seeking an experienced EHS professional to write, update, and maintain EHS programs in Oakland, including IIPP, hazard communication, PPE, emergency action, and lockout/tagout, with a focus on scalable frameworks for future locations.

The role involves managing documentation, training records, and permits across sites, tracking OSHA/EPA/state/local regulations, and translating them into site-ready programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an EHS role.
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA and general industry safety regulations.
• Experience with EHS program and policy development.
• Experience managing contractor safety compliance and participating in inspections/audits.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with onsite functional team managers and leadership.
• Ability to work independently and identify priorities.
• Must be onsite in Oakland, CA on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Write, update, and maintain EHS programs and written plans, including IIPP, hazard communication, PPE, emergency action, and lockout/tagout
• Plan EHS compliance frameworks and program structures for future Brimstone locations
• Maintain and organize EHS documentation, training records, and permits across sites
• Track and interpret OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations and translate them into site-ready programs
• Provide recurring onsite support in Oakland for contractors and ensure safe work practices and permit compliance
• Coordinate and participate in inspections, walkthroughs, and audits with contractors, landlords, and regulatory bodies
• Participate in Job Hazard Analysis development supporting research and development
• Identify hazards during site visits and work with facilities and contractors to close corrective actions
• Support incident reporting and investigations as needed
• Partner with engineering and facilities teams to incorporate safety into new equipment, processes, and space planning
• Serve as a point of contact for EHS questions from employees and contractors
• Provide practical guidance explaining the reasons behind requirements

Skills

Cal/OSHA Knowledge

Contractor Safety Compliance

Written Communication

Regulatory Interpretation

Incident Reporting

Team Collaboration

Independent Prioritization

Job description

• Write, update, and maintain EHS programs and written plans, including IIPP, hazard communication, PPE, emergency action, and lockout/tagout
• Plan EHS compliance frameworks and program structures for future Brimstone locations
• Maintain and organize EHS documentation, training records, and permits across sites
• Track and interpret OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations and translate them into site-ready programs
• Provide recurring onsite support in Oakland for contractors and ensure safe work practices and permit compliance
• Coordinate and participate in inspections, walkthroughs, and audits with contractors, landlords, and regulatory bodies
• Participate in Job Hazard Analysis development supporting research and development
• Identify hazards during site visits and work with facilities and contractors to close corrective actions
• Support incident reporting and investigations as needed
• Partner with engineering and facilities teams to incorporate safety into new equipment, processes, and space planning
• Serve as a point of contact for EHS questions from employees and contractors
• Provide practical guidance explaining the reasons behind requirements

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in an EHS role
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA and general industry safety regulations
• Experience with EHS program and policy development
• Experience managing contractor safety compliance and participating in inspections/audits
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with onsite functional team managers and leadership
• Ability to work independently and identify priorities
• Ability to be onsite in Oakland, CA on a regular basis
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, construction, or process environments is a plus
• Startup experience or comfort with ambiguity and building processes from scratch is a plus
• Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hire

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in EHS program development, compliance frameworks, and regulatory interpretation, with a strong focus on safety practices in industrial and construction environments. Proven ability to collaborate with teams and manage contractor safety compliance effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• EHS Program Development
• Cal/OSHA Knowledge
• Contractor Safety Compliance
• Written Communication Skills
• Incident Reporting

Hard Skills

• EHS Program Development
• Regulatory Interpretation
• Job Hazard Analysis
• Safety Compliance Frameworks
• Incident Reporting
• Hazard Communication
• Lockout/Tagout Procedures
• Emergency Action Planning
• PPE Management
• Training Record Maintenance

Soft Skills

• Collaborative Work
• Independent Prioritization
• Strong Communication

Industry Keywords

• EHS Compliance
• OSHA Regulations
• EPA Regulations
• Industrial Safety
• Manufacturing Safety
• Construction Safety
• Process Safety
• Startup Experience
• Safety Audits
• Site Inspections