EHS Specialist - Occupational Safety

Overview

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Veolia Water Technology Services (WTS) Beaumont seeks a Safety Specialist to contribute to the management and continuous improvement of safety programs at the Beaumont site.

Job Description

The Safety Specialist is responsible for the implementation, management, and continual improvement of the occupational safety, industrial hygiene, emergency response, and contractor management programs at the Veolia WTS Beaumont site. This position reports to the Beaumont site EHS Manager. The role involves working with Operations, Maintenance, Shipping / Logistics, Quality, and Engineering to identify and control risks in chemical manufacturing and related operations. You will develop, propose, and implement mitigation strategies and programs and support regulatory and Veolia WTS requirements. You will collaborate with Veolia\'s corporate EHS team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain safety programs in compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA) and Veolia's internal standards
• Implement and operate Safety and Industrial Hygiene standardized processes and manage related electronic systems
• Improve emergency response planning
• Coordinate emergency response training and drills (fire, hazmat, medical) and lead tabletop exercises
• Coordinate with local emergency services to ensure preparedness for emergency events
• Define and track safety metrics and analyze data from incident reports to improve safety
• Manage contractor safety programs including EHS screening (ISNetworld), contractor training (ISTC), on-site orientation, and reporting on contractor safety performance
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses of incidents and near-miss events
• Support and facilitate risk assessments (Job Safety Analysis, Management of Change, etc.)
• Become a subject matter expert on Gensuite (digital EHS management system)
• Support project teams to ensure safety and emergency response are addressed in projects
• Develop and deliver training programs on internal safety standards, guidelines, and industry best practices
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on safety performance and recommendations for management review
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and adjust PSM programs accordingly
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement of safety performance and operational excellence
• Utilize technical expertise to propose innovative safety solutions

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Additional Information

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Job Details

Internal applicants must apply through Veolia's career site / job posting site consideration.

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