Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Supervisor I

Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry; San Jacinto, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. in National City, CA seeks an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Supervisor I to oversee EHS compliance for the Ship Repair Sector Pacific and support NAVSEA-related work. You will supervise the EHS training program, maintain training records, develop procedures, and coordinate with customers to resolve EHS matters, reporting to the Sr.

Manager QA&EHS. This exempt, full-time role requires 8–10 years waterfront EHS supervision experience, strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 8-10 years waterfront EHS supervision/coordinator experience on civilian NAVSEA contracts.
• Knowledge of NAVSEA shipyard standards and OSHA regulations for shipyard environments.

Responsibilities

• Provides management oversight and career development of production trades related to EHS requirements.
• Supervises safety inspections and assessments where safety reps cannot meet requirements.
• Manages OSHA 300 log and injury/illness reporting processes and workers' compensation coordination.

Skills

EHS supervision

NAVSEA standards

OSHA regulations

Maritime knowledge

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Supervisor I

Job ID: 2026-379

Date Posted: 2026-09-30T00:00:00

Location: National City, California

Minimum Experience: 8 years

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is currently seeking a Full-Time Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Supervisor I in National City, CA.

Summary: The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Supervisor I position reports directly to the Sr. Manager, QA & EHS in National City. Provides comprehensive EHS compliance oversight for Ship Repair Sector (SRS) Pacific in National City and may support SRS Hawaii as needed. Supervises and coordinates the EHS training program and ensures proper maintenance of the Training Records Database. Under the direction of the Sr. Manager, QA & EHS, participates in writing, updating, and reviewing EHS procedures and trade-specific training materials. Works closely with all customers to resolve EHS-related matters and strengthen customer relationships.

Exempt Position

Supervisory Position: Supervises and provides direction to the EHS Administrator and EHS Technician positions on their daily assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Provides management oversight, and career development of production trades related to EHS requirements.

• Supervises Project Safety inspections and assessments where requirements cannot be met by trade safety representatives.

• Supervises the Injury/Illness reporting and maintenance of the internal log of injury/illness reporting.

• Works with Human Resources with workers compensation claims, Supervises the OSHA 300 Log and reporting requirements.

• Supervises the inspection and monitoring of work performed on government and commercial work items, specializing in Hull, Mechanical and Electrical Inspections for EHS compliance.

• Supervises the reviews of work packages prior to start-work for completeness, accuracy and compliance with technical specifications and customer requirements related to environmental, health and safety requirements.

• Assists QA to establish EHS requirements for basic Test and Inspection Plans for projects.

• Supervises/Performs in-process work surveillances, safety surveillances and conducts final work-package review after work-completion for EHS related required OQE.

• Supervises/Prepares Corrective Action Requests, and Preventative Action requests as related to production work to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures and work instructions.

• Assists QA for Supplier evaluations related to EHS requirements.

• Assists Program Managers, Project Managers, and Supervisors/Foreman in the understanding of NAVSEA Standard Item and other customer related requirements to ensure work is conducted accurately and safely.

• Assists in the development of written procedures and training for EHS and quality for Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical Trades work and tasks.

• Supervises the creation of Job Safety Analysis/Job Hazard Analysis for the work sites

• Monitors compliance with company EHS Management Systems, Workmanship standards and Customer requirements.

• Manages coordination, collection and removal of all HAZMAT.

• Defines EHS related test standards, and specifies test equipment associated with requirements established in test and inspection plans.

• Schedules and assigns EHS inspections, audits and surveillances as directed by the SR. Manager QA&EHS.

• Performs audits and evaluations of Suppliers/Subcontractors for EHS.

• Works with customer EHS representatives to coordinate inspection and acceptance activities.

• Reviews EHS control requirements with customer representative to assure compliance with requirements.

• Reviews contractually required EHS documentation for accuracy and completeness for project/job/contract completion.

• Supervises maintenance of all required EHS records and documentation.

• Supervises monitoring/testing of workplaces as necessary for environmental/health hazards.

• Verifies availability and monitors use and maintenance of safety equipment.

• Evaluates situations or makes determinations when a worker has refused to work on the grounds that danger or potential harm exists.

• Maintains all required environmental records and documentation.

• Plans emergency response drills.

• Prepares or reviews specifications or orders for the purchase of safety equipment, ensuring that proper features are present and that items conform to health and safety standards.

• Supervises performance of accident investigations to help determine Root Cause and Corrective Actions.

• Performs data metrics for all EHS related information.

• Supervises assignments for EHS Administrators and EHS Technicians

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Sr. Manager QA&EHS.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

• 8-10 years of waterfront EHS supervision/coordinator experience on civilian contractor NAVSEA contracts.

• Knowledge and fully understanding of EHS and NAVSEA Standards for shipboard work.

• Knowledgeable in shipyard, maritime, and commercial work practices, EHS, Metal-work and contracting methods.

• Knowledge of Navy ship repair processes and procedures.

• Knowledge of OSHA Regulations for Shipyard Employment, NAVSEA Standard Items, Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM), NAVSHIPS Tech Manuals (NSTM), and DOD Standards, Military Specifications, Performance Standards, and other customer related specifications and standards.

• Knowledgeable in all aspects of workplace EHS.

• Ability to read, write, speak and clearly communicate in English.

• Must be able to physically access shops, small crafts, and confined spaces within the shops and crafts.

• Ability to obtain and maintain access to military and government installations and private shipyards.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 2-3 years waterfront. EHS supervision/coordinator experience on civilian contractor NAVSEA contracts.

• Bachelor's degree may be substituted with an Associate's degree in a related field with at least 5-7 years' waterfront EHS supervision/coordinator experience on civilian contractor NAVSEA contracts, OR 6 years' military service with specialized training and certifications in environmental, health and safety with at least 5-7 years' waterfront EHS supervision/coordinator experience on civilian contractor NAVSEA contracts.

• EHS related training and certifications, OSHA Authorized Maritime #7615 Trainer.

• Completed the initial training for Competent Persons by utilizing a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Marine Chemist or NFPA Instructor.

• Completed the OSHA 5410; Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Maritime Industry or NAVSEA Approved equivalent.

• Completed the OSHA 3095; Electrical Standards or NAVSEA Approved equivalent.

• Completed the OSHA 3115; Fall Protection or NAVSEA Approved equivalent.

• Completed the OSHA 521; OSHA Guide to Industrial Hygiene or NAVSEA Approved equivalent.

Pay Range:

The pay range for this role is $80,000 to $110,000 annually. This is a reasonable estimate for this role. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

ADA Notations:

ADA Notations: Work may be performed in confined spaces, noisy environments, heavy industrial conditions, high traffic areas, office environment, meeting rooms and multiple locations; may also perform work in outside conditions ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold.

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.