Environmental Health Safety Specialist

The Environmental Health Safety Specialist role at a confidential company in Louisville, KY involves supporting the PSM program, conducting inspections, delivering EHS training, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This is a full-time position and not remote.
Responsibilities
• Support the Process Safety Management (PSM) program, including PHAs, MOC reviews, audits, and implementation of PSM elements.
• Conduct daily inspections, safety observations, and assessments to ensure compliance with internal EHS policies and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of safety, health, environmental, sustainability, and security programs.
• Deliver EHS training to employees and teams to build awareness and engagement.
• Help integrate EHS practices into operational processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Maintain and analyze EHS KPIs to identify trends, gaps, and risks.
• Assist in preparing and submitting environmental and safety permits and regulatory reports.
• Participate in emergency preparedness drills, response planning, and incident support.
• Assist with internal audits, SOP updates, corrective action tracking, and compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Support regulatory programs such as SARA, EPCRA, HAZCOM, and industrial hygiene monitoring.
• Document incidents, support root cause analysis, and track corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and workplace inspections.
• Provide support with site security or contractor coordination when required.
• Perform additional duties that support the EHS program and site compliance.

Skills & Competencies
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in facilitating meetings and delivering training.
• Strong decision-making and sound judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and common EHS management systems.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in occupational safety, process safety, or environmental compliance within an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Experience with audits, risk assessments, and management systems.
• ISO 14001/45001 knowledge or auditor training (preferred).

Personal Attributes
• Critical thinking and adaptability to change.
• High sense of responsibility, integrity, and results orientation.
• Strong ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Proactive, curious, and committed to continuous learning.