Supervisor, Environmental Health & Safety

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Memphis, TN is seeking an experienced Supervisor of Environmental Health & Safety to lead the EHS technician team and ensure compliance with SpaceX's EHS programs. You will guide daily operations, develop procedures, and coordinate with site leadership to advance safety initiatives.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage priorities in a construction/industrial environment while maintaining rigorous safety standards and regulatory

Qualifications

• 4+ years in implementing and overseeing EHS disciplines.
• High school diploma or equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day and long-term activities/priorities of the EHS technician team.

Skills

EHS leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Construction environment

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Memphis, TN

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

SUPERVISOR, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY

The role of the EHS Supervisor is to lead the EHS technicians in all work efforts related to implementation of SpaceX’s EHS programs, as assigned by the EHS Manager. As part of this leadership role, it is expected that the EHS Supervisor performs the same work tasks assigned to EHS technicians.

As the EHS Supervisor, you must take on the leadership and supervisory responsibilities to ensure the overall compliance, success, and well-being of the EHS technicians and EHS program. This role leads by example and sets the bar for all EHS-related tasks.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the day-to-day and long-term activities/priorities of the EHS technician team
• Ensure a collaborative relationship with the technicians and other EHS/SpaceX teams
• Provide instructional guidance with regards to job assignments, correct procedures, and applicable techniques to perform specific skills; ensure accuracy and completion
• Coordinate with site leadership to ensure appropriate EHS team involvement in department development/modification plans and procedure development
• Ensure technicians are completing all required tasks thoroughly and on time
• Document all performance and compliance issues with technicians
• Implement and maintain site-specific EHS team policies
• Ensure that resources are allocated appropriately
• Ensure technicians are completing required EHS inspections via daily communication and oversight
• Develop and maintain relationships with EHS vendors
• Ensure hazards encountered by the technician team are being appropriately addressed and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) assessments are created
• Perform tasks and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and other applicable regulatory agencies

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 4+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health, and safety disciplines

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience implementing/developing EHS plans and policies
• Experience using Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with emergency response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water
• Demonstrated success with hands‑on work and attention to detail in either academic or career pursuits
• Ability to work in a construction/industrial environment
• Ability to communicate well with technicians and engineers
• Ability to multitask, manage shifting priorities, and follow through on projects with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Memphis, TN area
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs unassisted
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Aff… or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out [e-mail] .