Plant EHS Leader: Drive Safety & Compliance

ENGIE; Washington; Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Job summary

ENGIE Group is seeking an experienced Plant Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to establish, develop, and manage EH&S programs onsite.

You will identify EH&S risks, develop mitigation plans, and build systems that meet regulatory requirements while aligning with business goals. Responsibilities include budgeting, audits, training, incident investigations, and regulatory reporting. The role requires travel up to 5%, daily site attendance, and a strong compliance background.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or Chemistry.
• Seven years of EHS experience in an industrial, manufacturing, utility, energy, or plant environment.
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a HS Diploma/GED with 10+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify EH&S risks and develop mitigation plans to meet regulatory requirements and align with business goals.
• Develop and manage EH&S budgets, consultant specifications, and project cost reporting.
• Incorporate EH&S into operations, maintenance, engineering, finance, and capital planning; advise on fuel/urea procurement strategies.
• Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies; negotiate permits and manage environmental reporting.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or Chemistry

High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years EHS experience

Job description

As our Plant Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Manager, you will be responsible for establishing, developing, and managing the environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) programs.

You will:

• Identify EH&S risks, develop mitigation plans, and establish systems that meet/exceed regulatory requirements and align with business goals
• Develop and manage EH&S budgets, consultant/contractor specifications, and project cost reporting
• Incorporate EH&S into operations, maintenance, engineering, finance, and capital planning; provide input on fuel/urea procurement strategies
• Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies, negotiate permits, ensure notifications, and manage environmental reporting and record-keeping
• Conduct EH&S audits, site assessments, due diligence for acquisitions, and compliance inspections; report findings to management
• Design and implement supervisor/employee training on safety topics; lead Safety Committee; oversee Workers’ Compensation and return-to-work programs
• Develop hazardous materials response plans, coordinate with contractors and government agencies, and lead stormwater/toxic use reduction initiatives
• Oversee accident investigations, perform root cause analysis, recommend corrective actions, and audit hazard control programs
• Manage IH program, chemical inventories, and facility testing (air, water, waste); maintain OSHA compliance documentation
• Supervise EH&S staff, contractors, and interns; provide technical safety design expertise for facility improvements and engineering projects

What You’ll Bring

• You have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry
• A minimum seven (7) years of Environmental Health & Safety experience in an industrial, manufacturing, utility, energy, power generation, or plant environment
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, a High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), environmental compliance, engineering, chemistry, industrial operations, or a closely related field
• This role requires attendance at a worksiteon a daily basis
• Must be available to travel domestically / locally up to 5% of the time
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record; you will drive a company vehicle
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• This position consists of 10% of outdoor work, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions
• Must be familiar with federal, state, and local regulations
• Must have the ability to work well independently and effectively with others
• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work effectively, and see a work project through to completion

Compensation

Salary Range: $140,760 – $215,832 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

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