EHS Specialist
AFL · Austin, TX · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Mentorship & Development
- Provide guidance, coaching, and ongoing support to EHS Technician I team members.
- Foster skill development, technical competency, and professional growth within the EHS team.
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Lead safety incident and near-miss investigations using structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.
- Identify underlying causes and partner with operations to implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
- Program Ownership
- Own and continuously improve one or more specialized EHS programs (e.g., Stop Call procedures, confined space, or other advanced safety programs).
- Serve as the subject-matter expert for assigned programs and ensure consistent execution across sites.
- Compliance & Strategic Influence
- Drive EHS initiatives that align with regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Influence operational leadership and field teams to adopt best practices and proactive safety behaviors.
- Support audits, inspections, and internal assessments as needed.
- Training & Education
- Develop and deliver advanced EHS training for employees and contractors, including specialized and certification-based training.
- Ensure training materials align with regulatory standards and company requirements.
- Ace or Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of progressive EHS experience, preferably in industrial, manufacturing, or construction environments.
- Demonstrated experience leading RCA investigations and managing specialized safety programs.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.