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Health, Safety & Environmental Specialist

Health, Safety & Environmental Specialist

Hatch Global SearchCincinnati, Ohio, US
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The Health, Safety, & Environmental Specialist coordinates the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards, ensuring compliance with applicable governmental regulations.

Key Functions / Duties

  • Foster a positive safety culture through effective awareness and incentive initiatives.
  • Maintain continuous compliance with HSE standards and relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Prepare and submit required regulatory reports accurately and on time.
  • Develop and implement site-specific HSE standards and programs to achieve best-in-class performance.
  • Oversee hazardous and non-hazardous waste management and shipments in accordance with regulations.
  • Provide training and coaching on HSE programs to ensure employee understanding and engagement.
  • Support incident investigations using root cause analysis tools, assisting with corrective action development and implementation.
  • Participate in the emergency response team, equipped with the skills and knowledge to address HSE emergencies.
  • Manage contractor safety programs to minimize risks associated with construction and trade activities.
  • Coordinate HSE training, risk reduction efforts, and improvement projects.
  • Engage in process hazard analyses (PHAs) and HSE committee meetings.
  • Serve as backup to the HSE Manager as needed.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, HSE, or a related field.
  • In-depth knowledge of HSE regulations (e.g., EPA, OSHA, DOT), with experience in the chemical industry.
  • Familiarity with hazard recognition, behavioral-based safety, and job hazard analysis preferred.
  • Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with computer systems and a willingness to learn new tools.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.
  • Flexibility to adjust work hours, including occasional nights and weekends, to meet operational needs.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift a maximum of 50-75 lbs as needed.
  • Requires sitting, walking, standing, and climbing stairs or ladders daily to complete tasks.
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