ESH Specialist Lead Full Time NEW

This position is physically located in Balad, Iraq

Under the supervision of the ESH Supervisor, the ESH Specialist Lead implements a standardized ESH program, which is Management System based. Performs risk analysis, develops programs that exceed basic regulatory compliance, identifies needed resources (such as personal protective equipment) and budget for resources, identifies required training for employees in various operations, performs and documents training, documents and submits monthly performance metrics, performs ESH inspections, and implements employee reward and recognition program. Reads and understands regulatory compliance and submits any documentation required to operate under permits (such as air, hazardous waste, and water). Communicates (manage-from-the-floor type) with senior management, area supervisors, and regulators to help implement a complete ESH program.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Implements a standardized ESH program, which is Management System based
• Performs risk analysis, develops programs that exceed basic regulatory compliance
• Identifies needed resources (such as personal protective equipment) and budget for resources
• Identifies required training for employees in various operations, performs and documents training, documents and submits monthly performance metrics
• Performs ESH inspections, and implements employee reward and recognition program
• Reads and understands regulatory compliance and submits any documentation required to operate under permits (such as air, hazardous waste, and water)
• Communicates (manage-from-the-floor type) with senior management, area supervisors, and regulators to help implement a complete ESH program

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Education/Certifications:
• One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology or Technical certification in Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Industrial Safety, Environmental Science/Management.
• Experience:
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in environmental compliance, OSHA compliance, ISO experience, and hazardous waste management and pollution prevention.
• Supervisory/Leadership experience (Desired)
• Knowledge of Overseas Environmental Baseline Guidance Document (OEBGD), Department of Defense (DoD) environmental regulations, and US Army Safety and
• Environmental Regulations, including Federal OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Military background and training beneficial.
• Skills:
• Ability to instruct small and medium groups of people, Competent in computer operations to include Microsoft Office; Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must have a strong ability to work independently as a member of a robust team.
• Able to manage others to complete assigned task
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
• May supervise ESH specialists.
• Working Conditions:
• Must be capable of working in an extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, dry, dusty, desert environment with average temperatures of 30 degrees in the winter and 130 degrees in the summer months).
• Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well.
• Physical Requirements:
• Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents. Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations.
• PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices. Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies.

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