ZL01-080526 EH&S Coordinator

Validation & Engineering Group; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Validation & Engineering Group is seeking an EHS Coordinator to support safe execution of construction activities within active biotech manufacturing environments. You will ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and site safety requirements while promoting a strong safety culture among contractors and project teams.

The role requires 13 years of EHS experience in GMP settings, knowledge of WFI, HVAC, utilities, and process waste systems, and a Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science,

Qualifications

• Requires field safety oversight for construction activities in biotech/pharma GMP environments.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
• Proactive, strong communication and problem-solving in fast-paced sites.

Responsibilities

• Support daily EHS oversight of construction activities and utility systems.
• Ensure compliance with EHS policies and OSHA standards.
• Conduct field safety inspections and audits; review JHAs.
• Manage work permits such as LOTO and hot work; monitor high-risk activities.
• Coordinate contractor onboarding and training compliance.
• Assist in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Track safety KPIs, observations, and incidents.
• Support environmental compliance related to waste handling.

Skills

Field safety enforcement

Contractor management

Safety observations

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Env Science/Engineering

Tools

LOTO procedures

Job description

Validation & Engineering Group Inc V&EG a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Chemical Food and Medical Devices industries in the following areas Laboratory Compliance Computer Engineering Project Management Validation and other services

We are seeking a talented dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position EH&HS Coordinator

Position Summary

The EHS Coordinator supports safe execution of construction activities within active biotech manufacturing environments including utilities and process waste systems This role ensures compliance with the company EHS standards OSHA regulations and site specific safety requirements while promoting a strong safety culture among contractors and project teams

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily EHS oversight of construction activities civil mechanical electrical utilities and process waste systems
• Ensure compliance with the company EHS policies OSHA standards and applicable environmental regulations
• Conduct field safety inspections audits and behavioral observations
• Review and approve Job Hazard Analyses JHAs
• Work Permits LOTO confined space hot work etc
• Monitor high risk activities eg lifting excavation confined space energized work
• Coordinate contractor onboarding and ensure all workers meet site safety training requirements
• Participate in incident investigations and support root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Track and report safety KPIs observations and incidents
• Support environmental compliance related to construction including waste handling and process waste systems
• Collaborate with project managers CQV teams and operations to ensure safe integration within active GMP areas

Experience

• 13 years in EHS support for construction projects preferably in biotech pharma or GMP regulated environments
• Experience with utilities systems WFI clean steam HVAC compressed gases and process waste systems is highly preferred

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1926 & 1910
• Familiarity with construction safety practices and high risk activities
• Understanding of environmental compliance waste management hazardous materials wastewater

Skills

• Ability to work in the field and enforce safety in a fast paced construction environment
• Strong communication and contractor management skills
• Proactive mindset with strong observation and problem solving abilities

Education & Certifications

• Bachelors degree in Safety Environmental Science Engineering or related field preferred
• OSHA 30 minimum OSHA 500 or CHSTCSP preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working at biotech campuses
• Knowledge of GMP environments and cleanroom construction safety considerations
• Experience supporting commissioning startup phases

Company Culture

At Validation & Engineering Group people always come first We believe that when youre empowered to do your best work bold ideas thrive and real progress happens This isnt just a job its an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose driven supportive team Excited to build something meaningful together

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or disability status