EHS Specialist

Lufthansa Technik; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lufthansa Technik is seeking an EHS Specialist for our Aguadilla, PR location to administer the EHS program and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. You will coordinate audits, support departments, and monitor all EHS processes on site.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in environmental tech or IH, Hazwoper, RCRA, and English fluency, with at least 3 years in occupational health & safety. Travel and flexible hours may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental technology, Industrial Hygiene or equivalent in job related experiences.
• Hazwoper certification (40 hours).
• General industry 30 hours certification (minimum or equivalent).
• RCRA Certification (Introductory & Annual Recurrent).
• CPR / First Aid /CPR & AED.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in occupational health & safety and environment.
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken).
• Flexibility according to workload during the project phases.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to generate new ideas and identify potential for improvement within his working area.

Responsibilities

• Administer the EHS Program and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Develop and fulfill local EHS requirements and obtain approvals.
• Coordinate ISO 14001/OHSAS 18001 audits at the location.
• Implement and monitor all EHS processes on site.
• Advise and support all local departments regarding EHS.
• Perform HS Risk and Environmental Aspects Assessments.
• Coordinate EHS facility measurements and waste management.
• Coordinate annual medical checks on site.
• Control of Fire Safety management and equipment.
• Support development projects with EHS coordination.
• Represent the company on health, safety, environmental matters.
• Maintain compliance culture and workplace organization.

Skills

Fluent English

Team spirit

Analytical skills

Independent work

Flexibility

Idea generation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental technology/Industrial Hygiene

Hazwoper 40 hours

General industry 30 hours

RCRA Certification

CPR/First Aid/AED

Job description

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EHS Specialist

Full Time Professional LTPR, Aguadilla, PR, PR

Position Title: EHS Specialist

Department: Compliance, Safety & Innovation

FLSA Classification: Exempt

EEOC Job Category: (2) Professional

Revision Date: September 13, 2024

Position of the direct supervisor

Head of Compliance, Safety & Innovation

Positions of the direct subordinates

None

Responsible for administering the EHS Program. Ensuring compliance with company policies and protocols as well as EHS regulations.

• Develop and ensure fulfillment of all necessary local legal and other EHS requirements.
• Apply for local approvals and coordination of authority audits on local level including necessary communication.
• Coordinate of the ISO 14001/OHSAS 18001 Management System Certification Audits within the location.
• Implement and monitor (incl. random spot checks) all EHS processes and requirements in the location.
• Advise and support all local departments regarding EHS.
• Perform HS Risk Assessment & Environmental Aspects Assessment.
• Organize and coordinate EHS facility measurements.
• Coordinate all activates related to Waste management on site.
• Coordinate annual medical checks on site.
• Control of Fire Safety management, documentation, approvals, control and of the firefighting equipment.
• Implementation of the EHS mission, management, and coordination of the new development projects.
• Monitoring of the Technical of High-risk equipment within the site level.
• Perform EHS reporting, as requested.
• Provide support to development and implementation of EHS programmers.
• Represent the company on health & safety, environmental matters on national, international and at group level.
• Overview, control, support and audit fire Safety management, documentation, approvals, control, and the firefighting equipment with coordination with other departments.
• Collect and perform analysis and reports on investigations, occurrences, near misses, accidents, and incidents. Audit the OSHA 300,300A and 301.
• Support other group companies.
• Stand by duties as and when required.
• Other Responsibilities
• Maintains working area clean and organized.
• Comply and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, local and federal regulations.
• Perform other tasks and projects, as requested.
• Ensure adherence to compliance culture requirements.

Education, Skills, and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental technology, Industrial Hygiene or equivalent in job related experiences.
• Hazwoper certification (40 hours)
• General industry 30 hours certification (minimum or equivalent)
• RCRA Certification (Introductory & Annual Recurrent)
• CPR / First Aid /CPR & AED
• Minimum 3 years of experience in occupational health & safety and environment.
• Detailed knowledge of the relevant EHS legislation and regulations.
• Team spirit.
• Good analytical skills.
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken).
• Flexibility according to workload during the project phases
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to generate new ideas and identify potential for improvement within his working area

Working conditions

• Office environment. This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, fax, scanner and filing cabinets.
• Could often work more than 40 hours per week, including on evenings and weekends. Also usually travel often for work.
• The workspace may range from a desk in an open layout cubicle, a private office or working remotely from home.
• Being a international company, there will be a linguistic diversity.
• The temperature will be in a comfortable range. Sometimes it may be colder than normal.
• Available to travel abroad

Physical Demands (if applicable)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, squat, bend, and talk and hear.
• Must be able to use a computer keyboard, mouse, and office equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Sitting for Extended Periods: the job requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer.
• Computer Use: the position involves extensive computer use, including typing, using a mouse, and staring at a screen for extended periods.
• Lifting and Carrying: the job requires lifting or carrying items, even if they are relatively light, like office supplies, files, or equipment.
• Repetitive Motions: there are repetitive motions involved, such as typing, filing, or data entry.
• Standing or Walking: While office jobs are generally sedentary, there may be occasions when standing or walking is required, such as during meetings or when using office equipment.
• Communication Skills: communication is essential in an office setting. Include any relevant requirements for speaking, listening, and effective communication.