EHS Sr Specialist

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL); Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust total rewards package, including healthcare and retirement benefits

Job summary

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL) seeks a dedicated professional to oversee EHS programs in St. Petersburg, Florida. The role involves ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and the implementation of training programs. Candidates should possess an Associate's Degree with 5-7 years of experience, or equivalent education.

Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related discipline along with experience in EHS software. The position requires someone who can effectively communicate with management and deliver necessary training programs.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 5-7 years of experience or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• EHS Software experience like Enablon or Intelex is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the organization's EHS programs and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.
• Deliver training programs on environmental concerns and health and safety risks.
• Communicate regularly with management regarding environmental initiatives.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

EHS Software such as Enablon or Intelex

Experience with Greenhouse Gases and sustainability

Education

Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Discipline/Major: Environmental Health and Safety or related discipline preferred

Job description

Job Locations: US-FL-St Petersburg. Requisition ID: 2026-36510. Position Type: Full Time. Position Classification: On-Site. Job Function: Human Resources.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Designs, develops, implements & oversees the organization's EHS programs and procedures to safeguard employees and surrounding communities & to ensure that all facilities are in compliance with regulations | Administration of the A3 review processing; scheduling, communicating, distributing lessons learned & managing distribution lists | Initiates & implements audit processes; scheduling, communicating & following up on corrective actions | Scheduling & conducting cultural assessments | Greenhouse Gas overview including working with GDOTS sites to request data, prepare data, & work closely with site Quality teams & verification requests from third party | Serving as Safety Committee lead, enhancing EHS training, general administration of Safety & is a member of the BCP/DR team.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
• Solves complex problems
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance
• May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Outlines and implements policies or programs to educate and promote employee health and safety or environmental compliance.
• Delivers training programs educating staff on environmental concerns or health and safety risks found in the organization.
• Communicates regularly with management and administration regarding the status of environmental initiatives.
• Ensures that training records, health/safety manuals or handbooks, incident/accident reports, or other documentation are appropriately maintained.
• Tracks and documents accidents to understand causes and recommend changes to prevent future accidents.
• Monitors known health, safety, or environmental hazards, such as noise, air, or wastewater pollution levels.
• Coordinates inspection of facilities, vehicles, or equipment and processes recommending corrections or additional precautions to ensure compliance to established regulations.
• Communicates facility-specific emergency response or evacuation plans.
• Has a broad and current knowledge of all government and applicable industry safety regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Environmental Health and Safety or related discipline preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Velocity Software. EHS Software such as: Enablon or Intelex. Experience with Greenhouse Gases and sustainability. Safety best practices. Safety communications. Safety inspections. Safety investigations. Safety policies and procedures. Safety training. Inspection documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

Legal

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.