Environment, Health and Safety Advisor

Jobtailor; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Health seeks an experienced EHS leader to develop and implement safety and environmental health solutions for its assets in the Dallas–Fort Worth region. The role partners with operations to deliver site-specific annual EHS plans and ensures standardized programs across facilities.

You will provide regulatory expertise, lead hazard assessments, analyze metrics, and support business continuity and resilience initiatives, while fostering a diverse, collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; advanced degree or professional certs preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in EHS or related field.
• Strong knowledge of EHS Management Systems and successful implementation.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations; workers’ compensation.
• Ability to engage with government officials, consultants and third parties.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS solutions for Cardinal Health assets in the DFW area.
• Lead the execution of the global EHS strategy to mitigate risk to people, property, and environment.
• Partner with operations leadership to create site-specific annual EHS plans.
• Standardize EHS programs and communicate critical information.
• Provide SME support for regulatory inquiries, incidents and business continuity.

Skills

EHS Management

Regulatory Compliance

Hazard Assessment

Data Analysis

Incident Investigation

Business Continuity

Collaborative Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Advanced degree / professional certs (CSP, CIH, CHMM)

Tools

EHS Management Software

Regulatory Databases

Job description

• Develop and implement EHS solutions supporting Cardinal Health assets in the DFW EHS area
• Implement the global EHS strategy to mitigate risk to people, property, community, information and brand
• Partner with operation leaders to develop and execute site-specific annual EHS plans
• Standardize EHS programs, communicate critical information, and implement best practices
• Provide subject matter expertise for regulatory inquiries, natural disasters, business continuity, and significant incidents
• Lead operation-specific EHS hazard assessments and develop risk mitigation plans
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements
• Analyze EHS metrics and assist with continual improvement plans
• Assist leaders in identifying budgetary needs for risk reduction and compliance assurance
• Report and communicate occupational injury/illness and environmental sustainability metrics
• Develop and maintain facility profiles
• Participate in assessments and audits
• Provide technical guidance on ergonomics, industrial hygiene, safety, environmental, incident investigation, business resiliency and occupational health processes
• Assist with occupational injury/illness investigation, notification and case management
• Help close out property/casualty recommendations from third parties such as FM Global
• Support development and implementation of business resiliency plans
• Provide EHS leadership during business continuity situations
• Educate and coach management teams on EHS roles and responsibilities
• Help foster a diverse workforce

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• Advanced degree and/or professional certification (CSP, CIH, CHMM, etc.) preferred
• 4+ years of experience in related field
• Understanding and experience in EHS Management Systems and their successful implementation
• Strong substantive knowledge of regulations and guidance promulgated by Federal and State OSHA and EPA, as well as workers’ compensation requirements
• Technical ability to work, collaborate and negotiate with government officials, consultants, and other third-party stakeholders
• Requires up to 20% travel
• Must have collaborative leadership skills to achieve desired results in a highly matrixed work environment
• Fosters trust, confidence and followership
• Dedicated to the principal of ethical behavior
• Must be self-directed, and able to work productively on multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Must have sound judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills, and not be afraid of rolling up the sleeves to deliver practical solutions
• Must be able to clearly and succinctly communicate, market and sell value-added solutions
• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Must be creative in developing cost-effective, sensible solutions that deliver results

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in EHS Management Systems, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation strategies while effectively leading and collaborating with diverse teams to implement safety and environmental initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• EHS Management Systems Implementation
• Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, EPA)
• Risk Mitigation Planning
• Collaborative Leadership
• Occupational Health and Safety Expertise

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• EHS Solutions Development
• Hazard Assessment
• Data Analysis
• Incident Investigation
• Business Continuity Planning

Soft Skills

• Collaborative Leadership
• Analytical Problem-Solving
• Effective Communication
• Trust Building
• Creative Solution Development

Certifications & Qualifications

• CSP
• CIH
• CHMM

Industry Keywords

• EHS Programs
• Environmental Sustainability
• Occupational Injury Management
• Regulatory Inquiries
• Workplace Safety