EHS Specialist

deutschewindtechnik; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Ongoing training

Job summary

DeutscheWindtechnik is seeking an EHS Specialist in the United States to uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance across wind turbine projects. The role emphasizes field inspections, hazard mitigation, and collaboration with multiple internal teams to improve safety performance.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least two years of EHS experience, with a valid driver’s license and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in a similar EHS role in business.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience conducting field inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead training sessions and drive EHS initiatives.
• Competency in maintaining and analyzing safety performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Inspect projects and address unsafe conditions according to EHS policies.
• Support site safety plans to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Identify and mitigate hazards using feedback from employees.
• Maintain KPI function for EHS safety metrics and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with HR, Training, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to meet compliance goals.
• Manage injured worker cases and support return-to-work processes.
• Support EHS training plans and risk assessments.
• Lead incident investigations and determine root causes.

Skills

Field inspections

Risk assessments

Incident investigation

Regulatory knowledge

Safety standards

Training delivery

Safety metrics analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

EHS Specialist

DeutscheWindtechnik (DWT) is Germany’s largest Independent Service Provider, offering a comprehensive service package for Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) from one single source.

With more than 9,000 WTGs under contract and more than 2,200 worldwide employees operating in Europe, the US, and Asia, DWT sets the bar for Independent Service Provider services.

DeutscheWindtechnik came to North America and started operations here in 2018.

Headquartered in Houston, TX, it is our goal to set the standard for best-in‑class levels of quality, safety, efficiency, and customer service in the US market.

Ready to join an organization dedicated to its people, driving compliance and minimizing liability?

We are seeking a committed and proactive EHS Specialist to join our team. This position is crucial in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a robust safety culture across the organization. The EHS Specialist will be responsible for inspecting projects, addressing unsafe conditions, and providing expert guidance and support in the realm of EHS. Furthermore, this role will drive the standardization and enhancement of safety protocols, thereby assisting the company in achieving its dedication to employee safety and operational excellence.

Are You Looking to:

• Implement and uphold the DWT EHS policies and procedures aimed at minimizing risks to personnel.
• Support and execute project-specific site safety plans to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards.
• Identify and mitigate unsafe conditions by leveraging feedback through the Voice of the Team (VOT) employee observation process.
• Maintain accountability for the EHS 5 Star Key Performance Indicator (KPI) function, ensuring timely resolution of hazards and adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Human Resources, Training, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain, to further compliance objectives.
• Manage cases involving injured workers, supporting the return-to-work process in alignment with established company protocols.
• Support EHS compliance training and expand initiatives accordingly.
• Help build a culture where safety, accountability, and continuous improvement are shared responsibilities.

Are You Ready to:

• Conduct field inspections and document results using the DWT Real-time Operations Assessment Report (ROAR) system.
• Support the Corrective Actions resulting from inspection or incident findings.
• Support EHS and technical training plans to ensure workgroups meet competency standards.
• Collaborate with operations teams to develop task-specific risk assessments.
• Lead and participate in incident investigations to identify root causes to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor lessons learned, track EHS performance metrics, and support operations with the execution of preventive and corrective actions.
• Interface with clients and customers to address EHS improvements and initiatives.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent years of work experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a similar position in business.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Proven experience in EHS roles, including field inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigation.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead training sessions and drive EHS initiatives.
• Competency in maintaining and analyzing safety performance metrics.

What You’ll Get:

• 401k with fully vested, generous company match available after 6 months.
• Generous PTO, Excellent Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Personalized and Ongoing Training.

DWT CULTURE:

What sets us apart is our intense focus on our customers, employees, and culture.

Our Mission: To be the most trusted O&M partner to wind farm owners.

Our Vision: To empower the Americas’ achievement of 100% renewable energy, one wind turbine at a time.

How do we accomplish this? By building a team and a culture with the core values that are: Transparent, Innovative, Guiding (advisor and partner), Efficient and Reliable.

We call ourselves TIGERs and we hope you get an opportunity to join us someday!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DeutscheWindtechniks an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.