EHS Lead: COMAH/Seveso, EPA Compliance Leader

EHS International; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

EHS International is seeking an experienced EHS Lead to own Environmental, Health & Safety compliance and performance across operations for a leading organisation. The role focuses on environmental compliance, including EPA Industrial Emissions licensing, COMAH / Seveso III, and broader site safety management.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage audits and regulatory inspections, liaise with authorities, and lead training and incident investigations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Health & Safety, Environmental Science or Engineering.
• 3–5 years' experience in an EHS role.
• Strong knowledge of Irish EHS legislation and EPA IE / IPC licensing.
• Understanding of COMAH / Seveso III regulations and major accident hazard management.
• Experience with environmental compliance, internal audits and ISO management systems.
• Knowledge of ATEX regulations and flammable/explosive atmospheres.
• A recognised Risk Assessment qualification.
• Strong communication, organisational and reporting skills.
• The ability to engage with all levels of the business and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EPA Industrial Emissions (IE) / IPC licence requirements and relevant environmental legislation.
• Oversee environmental monitoring, waste management and statutory reporting.
• Drive sustainability initiatives covering energy, water, carbon reduction and waste.
• Manage environmental risks, spill prevention and incident response.
• Liaise with the EPA, Irish Water, Local Authorities and external consultants.
• Maintain the site Safety Management System in line with ISO 45001 and Irish legislation.
• Conduct risk assessments, ATEX reviews and implement safe systems of work.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Manage contractor safety, permit-to-work systems and site inductions.
• Deliver safety training and oversee emergency response planning.
• Manage chemical safety and hazardous substance controls.
• Maintain the site's COMAH Safety Report and associated documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Seveso III regulations and major accident hazard requirements.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections, audits and emergency planning.
• Support major accident risk assessments and mitigation measures.
• Act as the main point of contact for all EHS matters, providing guidance to management and operational teams.
• Promote a positive EHS culture through training, engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor EHS performance, KPIs and compliance reporting.
• Lead internal and external audits, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Identify opportunities to improve environmental and safety performance across the site.

Skills

EHS knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Audit experience

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Degree in Health & Safety, Environmental Science or Engineering

Job description

EHS International is seeking an experienced EHS Lead to own Environmental, Health & Safety compliance and performance across operations for a leading organisation. The role focuses on environmental compliance, including EPA Industrial Emissions licensing, COMAH / Seveso III, and broader site safety management.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage audits and regulatory inspections, liaise with authorities, and lead training and incident investigations.