Environmental Health & Safety III

About the role

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is seeking an experienced EHS III to join their Environmental Health and Safety team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) and ensuring compliance with global standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) to ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Engage and leverage all stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of the OHSMS and Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Develop and maintain document retention and control protocols to support the operation of the systems.
• Lead and drive projects and initiatives aimed at improving safety culture and reducing incidents.
• Execute strategic planning and systemic approaches to continuously improve safety and environmental performance.
• Communicate and raise awareness of the management systems to all relevant departments and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial and/or Environmental, Health and Safety Engineering or related fields, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5-8 years of proven EHS experience, preferably at a system level.
• Extensive knowledge of management systems and policy/procedure development.
• Experience with the OSHA 511, OSHA 30, RCRA, ISO14001, ISO 45001, GSP, ASP, CSP, or other related certifications.
• Ability to identify Occupational Hazards of Interest (OFIs) and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Professional agility to adapt and execute strategies to achieve desired outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in English, with preferred fluency in Spanish.

Skills

• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety laws.
• Working knowledge of workers' compensation and post-incident medical management.
• Ability to identify and mitigate potential compliance risks.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and incentive compensation.
• Retirement savings plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation.
• Paid time off, including personal days, holidays, and generous parental leave.
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Individual development opportunities through Airbus Leadership University and accelerated development programs.

Pay

Competitive base salary and incentive compensation.

Schedule

Onsite 100%.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• Individual development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Physical Requirements

• Onsite 100%.
• Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens.
• Hearing: Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone.
• Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
• Equipment Operation: Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
• Carrying: Several times a week able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Lifting: Several times a week able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Pushing / Pulling: Several times a week able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
• Sitting: Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
• Squatting / Kneeling: Several times a month able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
• Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.
• Walking: Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
• Personal Protective Equipment: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, Protective Gloves.
• Heights: Able to function at heights up to 40 feet. Able to operate moving platforms, hydraulic lifts, and forklifts.

Travel

Some domestic or international travel may be required annually, not exceeding 10%.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Airbus does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Airbus provides a safe and inclusive work environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.