Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Representative

Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc.; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 78,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. in Monroeville, PA is seeking an Experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety Representative to support operations by implementing safety programs, conducting risk assessments, and training staff.

The role focuses on maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, performing internal audits, and developing corrective actions to prevent incidents, while staying current with industry best practices for continuous EHS improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree requirement in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or related degree from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Twelve (12) or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years of experience requirements.
• Requires a security clearance; the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to employees with general concerns by making recommendations to appropriate personnel to implement a change.
• Initiate training efforts to include data entry of records, compiling reports, scheduling, facilitating new employee training, coordination and performance of contractor training, and identifying training opportunities.
• Plan updates to policies and procedures related to record keeping, reporting and safety, as needed.
• Coordinate the audit(s) environmental controls and record keeping ensuring standards are met; observe work practices and provide feedback to employees.
• Record and investigate all EHS related incidents; partner with necessary parties to resolve any identified corrective actions.

Skills

Safety program development

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Employee training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or related degree

Job description

Location

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Job Title

Experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety Representative

Status

Full-time Professional

Annual Salary Range

$77,600 - $146,500* Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary

As an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Representative at BPMI, you support company operations in areas including but not limited to implementing and maintaining safety programs and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and promote a safe working environment, conducting risk assessments, developing safety policies, conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with applicable requirements and providing training to employees on safety protocols. Work may include investigating incidents and accidents, identifying root causes, and developing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences, and staying up to date with relevant regulations and industry best practices to ensure continuous improvement in EHS performance.

Essential Duties

• Provide support to employees with general concerns by making recommendations to appropriate personnel to implement a change.
• Initiate training efforts to include data entry of records, compiling reports, scheduling, facilitating new employee training, coordination and performance of contractor training, and identifying training opportunities.
• Plan updates to policies and procedures related to record keeping, reporting and safety, as needed.
• Manage inventory of safety equipment and prepare quotes and justification for future purchase requests.
• Coordinate the audit(s) environmental controls and record keeping ensuring standards are met; observe work practices and provide feedback to employees.
• Evaluate current state EHS practices and develop action plans to drive improvements.
• Develop department safety checklists and inspections.
• Perform job safety assessments and job hazard analyses.
• Perform job site safety audits to identify and correct insufficient/unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Record and investigate all EHS related incidents; partner with necessary parties to resolve any identified corrective actions.
• Prepare and communicate company level metrics to immediate and senior management.
• Maintain an 'audit-ready' state of compliance applicable to internal and external regulatory.
• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.

What You Can Expect

• A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.
• A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.
• Competitive and attractive pay and benefits with a stable organization.
• Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
• Career advancement and professional development programs.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or related degree from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Twelve (12) or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years of experience requirements.
• Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Certified Safety Professional certification.
• Experience in Hazardous Materials Management.
• Experience with Fire and Life Safety inspections.
• First Aid/CPR certification, Instructor certification.
• Experience in safety investigations and report writing.
• Experience in Employee Safety Training Curriculum Development.

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). BPMI is involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for installation in nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, submarines, and prototype plants for the U.S. Navy. Teamwork, cooperation, and the pursuit of excellence have been the driving forces behind the growth and success of BPMI. For more information, visit www.bpmionline.com.

BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.