EHS Specialist - Occupational Safety

Company Description

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 Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

The Safety Specialist is responsible for the implementation, management, and continuous 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. As a Safety Specialist you will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Shipping / Logistics, Quality, and the Engineering departments to identify and control risks within chemical manufacturing and associated operations. You will be responsible for developing, proposing, and implementing mitigation strategies and programs. You will be responsible for maintaining and continuously improving EHS programs at the site and supporting other departments in complying with regulatory and Veolia WTS requirements. You will work closely 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 (through ISNetworld), contractor training through the local safety training council (ISTC), contractor on-site orientation, and reporting on the on-site safety performance of contractors
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses of incidents and near-miss events to identify root causes and recommend sustainable corrective actions
• 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 all aspects of safety and emergency response are evaluated and addressed in projects
• Develop and deliver training programs for employees 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 changes in regulations and adjust PSM programs accordingly
• Lead initiatives aimed at continuous improvement of safety performance and overall operational excellence
• Utilize technical expertise and industry knowledge to propose innovative solutions to safety challenges

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 6 years of experience in EHS, Engineering or related fields, with minimum of 3 years of progressive Occupational Safety and/or Industrial Hygiene experience
• Working knowledge of hazards and controls for high risk activities in the chemical industry, including: hazardous material handling, control of hazardous energy, confined space, excavation/trenching, lifting operations, hot work, working at heights, and electrical work
• Deep understanding of work permitting and job safety analysis (JSA)
• Knowledge of OSHA regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with industry safety standards, including NFPA, ANSI, and NEC standards
• Understanding of chemical manufacturing processes and associated hazards, including flammability, toxicity, reactivity, corrosivity, etc.
• Initiative to drive continuous improvement in occupational safety programs
• Experience conducting safety training
• Fluent in English, with strong oral and written communication skills to interpret OSHA, and other regulations and liaise with a variety of stakeholders

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience developing emergency response plans and leading table-top drills
• Experience with OSHA VPP
• Holds a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certification
• Familiarity with Gensuite
• Knowledge of SAP

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Boots, Safety Clothing, Safety Helmet, Safety Goggle/Glasses, Respirator, Gloves)

Internal Applicants must apply through Veolia’s career site/ job posting site consideration.

Additional Information

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