EHS Program Lead II - Safety & Compliance

Ceres; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Ceres Environmental Operations seeks an Environmental, Health & Safety Associate II to lead company-wide safety initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance at all levels. This role provides strategic leadership to operational teams and oversees safety programs that protect employees, subcontractors, facilities, and the public.

The position focuses on preventing injuries, evaluating safety performance, training, and developing a proactive safety culture across all operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Management, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 10+ years in occupational health and safety management or related industries.
• OSHA 30, OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510, HAZWOPER 40-Hour, EM-385-1-1 certifications.
• First Aid/CPR certification and a valid driver's license.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA/tribal and local safety regulations.
• Proven ability to lead, influence, and build relationships across levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, implement, and maintain company-wide health and safety programs.
• Supervise safety personnel and coordinate injury prevention initiatives.
• Assess hazards, recommend corrective actions, and conduct audits and job hazard analyses.
• Investigate accidents and near-misses and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare accident reports per OSHA, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and evaluate safety training programs and monitor effectiveness.
• Ensure proper use and availability of safety equipment and PPE.
• Collaborate with operations and leadership to integrate safety into daily work.
• Travel to project sites across the United States for safety oversight.

Skills

OSHA 30

OSHA 500/510

HAZWOPER 40-Hour

EM-385-1-1

First Aid/CPR

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Hazard recognition

Incident investigation

Safety auditing

Bilingual (preferred)

CHST/OHST/CSM/CHMM (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Driving license

Job description

Ceres Environmental Operations seeks an Environmental, Health & Safety Associate II to lead company-wide safety initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance at all levels. This role provides strategic leadership to operational teams and oversees safety programs that protect employees, subcontractors, facilities, and the public.

The position focuses on preventing injuries, evaluating safety performance, training, and developing a proactive safety culture across all operations.