Environmental Health & Safety Consultant

About the role

Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Consultant to join our Somerville team.

This service-oriented individual will be responsible for short- and long-term consulting and staff augmentation engagements for leading institutions in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Measure occupational and environmental hazards, such as noise and ergonomics, using calibrated scientific equipment and/or collecting samples of dust, vapors, or gases according to a defined operating procedure.
• Measure the effectiveness of engineered control systems such as fume hoods.
• Participate in the inspection and examination of machinery and equipment, such as lifting devices, machine guards, or scaffolding.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections according to a defined procedure, evaluating the use of personal protective equipment, such as respirators, protective eyewear, or hardhats, according to applicable regulations. These inspections of the workplace will involve talking with workers and observing their work.
• Identify potential accident and health hazards, such as toxic vapors, mold, mildew, and explosive gas-air mixtures and help implement appropriate control measures, such as adjustments to ventilation systems.
• Help investigate accidents and injuries, identifying causes and recommending remedial action.
• Communicate with client personnel regarding workplace safety issues, recommending corrective actions.
• Conduct routine EH&S safety trainings such as new employee orientation, hazard communication, fork truck training, without supervision.
• Write reports, including accident reports, and enter information on required Occupational Safety and Health Administration recordkeeping forms.
• Aid in the development of specific areas of occupational health and safety systems, including drafting or updating policies, procedures, and manuals.

Requirements

• 2+ years' experience in an EH&S capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety, or a related scientific field.
• Excellent communication & customer service skills.
• Detail orientation.
• Problem solver with the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Possess valid driver's license and personal vehicle.

Preferred requirements

• Prior experience as a professional advisor or consultant to third party clients.
• Completed two or more industry-recognized trainings (OSHA 10 or 30, ABSA, HAZWOPER, DOT/IATA HAZMAT Transportation).
• Active member in at least one national professional safety organization including local chapters.
• Working towards meeting the requirements of and obtaining one professional designation/certification (CSP, CHMM, CIH, etc.).

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Contributions to a 401k.
• Generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Tons of safety training for some positions with opportunities for external trainings and certifications.
• Mentorship & Career Succession Planning.
• Relocation Opportunities.
• Auto/Home insurance discounts.
• Pet assistance discount plans.
• Discounted movie passes.

Pay

Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget.

Pay Range: $70,000 - $85,000 USD