Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist

MTU Aero Engines AG; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in jet engine maintenance is seeking an EHS Specialist. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, developing safety programs, conducting inspections, and investigating incidents to foster a secure workplace environment. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have significant experience in environmental health and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in EHS.
• Thorough knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Must be trained in First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations and standards.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement EHS policies and training.

Skills

Problem-solving mindset

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web applications

Job description

Company Overview:
MTU Maintenance Dallas is part of the world’s largest independent jet engine MRO company based in Germany providing aftermarket and OEM-licensed engine maintenance services worldwide. As a part of MTU Aero Engines, with over 80 years of experience in the design, development, and production of jet engine components, modules, and engines; MTU Maintenance is a global network of over 4,000 employees with over 35 years of experience in the MRO market.

MTU provides maintenance from targeted hospital visits to complete overhauls on over 30+ commercial aero engine and industrial gas turbine lines and has completed more than 18,000 shop visits for over 1,400 customers worldwide. Within this Global network, MTU Maintenance Dallas provides hospital shop and on-site maintenance services.

Job Summary:
The EHS Specialist will report to the Quality Director. In this role, they will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, developing and implementing safety programs, conducting inspections, providing training, and investigating incidents to maintain a safe and healthy workplace and environment.

• Stay up to date with and ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, local and corporate environmental, health, safety and fire regulations and standards.
• Create and implement EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure a safe and compliant workplace.
• Conduct workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Keep accurate records of inspections, incidents, training, and other EHS-related activities.
• Respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies and provide necessary documentation.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement emergency response plans.
• Conduct training programs for employees on EHS policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Oversee the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Support MTU operations and staff to ensure compliance and a safe working environment.
• Support the development and implementation of MTU quality management in the context of external and internal requirements.
• Participate in MTU Dallas internal and external projects, working groups and committees.
• Development of detailed process key figures and indicators for evaluation and improvement of processes.
• Perform other duties as may be directed by the Quality Director.

• Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Must have a thorough knowledge of health and safety regulations at local, state and national levels.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills in working and communicating effectively with all levels in the organization.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving mindset and a proactive, creative approach to challenges.
• Profound ability to analyze and assess risk.
• Independent execution of projects in the subject area
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, relevant web applications.
• Must be trained in First Aid and CPR.
• Must be able to read, speak, write legibly and understand the English language.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

MTU Maintenance Dallas Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and rejects discrimination in any form. It is the policy of MTU Maintenance Dallas, Inc. not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status or any other protected class.