Health Safety and Environmental Specialist

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HSE Specialist to promote health, safety, and environmental excellence within project sites across the US. This role includes extensive travel and is pivotal in maintaining compliance. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and certifications to ensure a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of HSE work experience or 8+ years with proficiency in safety programs.
• Professional HSE certification such as CSP, ASP, or similar highly desirable.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certificate or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong health, safety, and sustainability culture.
• Guide and assist team members in maintaining a safe workplace.
• Act as a technical resource and advisor to management.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Sustainability Culture Promotion

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science

Job description

About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we believe in empowering our employees to grow and develop. You'll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects and be part of a team that values collaboration and excellence. Join us and be a part of a company that is committed to making a positive impact on the world.

Description

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about creating safe and sustainable workplaces? Hitachi Energy is looking for a dynamic HSE Specialist to support our Transformer Service regional offices and project sites across the US. This role offers the chance to make a real impact by promoting health, safety, and environmental excellence. With extensive travel to diverse locations, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Promote a strong health, safety, and sustainability culture.

• Maintain an effective presence on project sites.

• Guide and assist team members in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

• Act as a technical resource and advisor to management.

• Maintain Health and Safety Management System in conformance to ISO 45001 standards.

• Maintain Environmental Management System in conformance to ISO 14001 standards.

• Identify health and safety issues and recommend corrective measures.

• Lead the performance of Activity Based Risk Assessments (ABRAs).

Note: This position requires extensive travel to urban and rural/remote areas within your geographic area. Estimate travel 70-80% of work time.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related technical discipline.

• 3-5 years of HSE work experience, or 8+ years of work experience with demonstrated proficiency in safety programs.

• Professional HSE certification such as CSP, ASP, CHSM, CHMM, CHST, or OHST highly desirable.

• Strong working knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.

• Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and Local health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certificate or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we believe in empowering our employees to grow and develop. You'll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects and be part of a team that values collaboration and excellence. Join us and be a part of a company that is committed to making a positive impact on the world.

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