Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

HRT Solutions Pty Ltd; Ohio; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Life and disability insurance

Performance-based incentive programs

Paid time off and holidays

Employee wellness resources

Job summary

HRT Solutions Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist for our Northeast Ohio site. The role leads regulatory compliance, safety programs, audits, and continuous improvement across the facility.

You will partner with leadership to strengthen the safety culture, coach operations leadership on EHS requirements, and ensure effective incident investigations and corrective actions. Strong communication and data-driven insights are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of EHS experience in heavy manufacturing or process industries.
• Strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations and compliance.
• Experience implementing EHS management systems.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead site EHS programs, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Partner with leadership to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Develop and maintain policies to reduce workplace risks and environmental impacts.
• Collaborate with regional teams to share best practices.
• Manage incident reporting, investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Deliver EHS training and track key metrics for continuous improvement.

Skills

EHS program management

Safety coaching

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Data analytics / AI tools

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or related

CSP/CIH/CHMM preferred

Tools

Gensuite

Job description

Role Title: Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Location: Northeast Ohio

Schedule: Monday- Friday (Onsite)

Shift: 1st shift (7 am- 3 pm)

What You’ll Do

This opportunity is with an established manufacturer that develops specialized products used across a variety of industries. The Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist will serve as the site's primary EHS resource, working closely with leadership to support regulatory compliance, manage safety programs, conduct audits and investigations, and promote continuous improvement across the facility.

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will leverage data, technical expertise, and industry best practices to strengthen site EHS programs and foster a proactive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders and employees at all levels to promote a strong safety culture.
• Coach, train, and mentor operations leadership regarding EHS requirements, expectations, and best practices.
• Develop, implement, and maintain programs, policies, and procedures designed to reduce workplace risks and environmental impacts.
• Collaborate with regional and corporate EHS teams to share best practices and support company-wide initiatives.
• Lead site EHS audits, assessments, and compliance activities.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inspections and agency interactions.
• Manage incident and injury reporting processes, investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
• Ensure hazard identification, risk assessment, and observation programs are effectively executed.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and deliver EHS training programs.
• Track, analyze, and report key EHS metrics and performance indicators.
• Maintain knowledge of current environmental, health, and safety regulations and industry standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen safety performance and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, Science, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience within heavy manufacturing, industrial, chemical, or process manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of environmental and occupational safety regulations and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining EHS management systems.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to influence and build credibility with employees and leaders at all organizational levels.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive engagement across diverse teams.
• Experience utilizing technology, analytics, or AI-enabled tools to support EHS programs and performance improvement.
• Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), CIH, CHMM, or equivalent preferred.

A competitive compensation package will be offered based on qualifications, experience, and location. Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Life and disability insurance
• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee wellness resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.