Ehs specialist Jobs in Austin, TX

Manager, EHS

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UCT is looking for a talented Manager, EHS to join us in Austin, TX!

The Manager, EHS leads the development and execution of environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and a zero-incident culture. This role drives strategic initiatives, audits, training, and incident response while partnering with operations to embed safety into daily practices. As a key advisor, the manager influences site direction, supports change management, and champions continuous improvement across all EHS functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the team to ensure compliance with the state and federal regulatory agencies and related policies as OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.
• Develop and submit all applicable EHS permits, Forms, and reports to EPA, Wastewater, Fire Department, and other regulatory agencies.
• Conduct routine compliance EHS audits/inspections, provide reports and action plans to ensure corrective actions are fully implemented.
• Develop and conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for different operations, communicate identified risks, and provide solutions, control measures, and action plans for addressing the risks.
• Meet goal of Zero injuries and accidents to the employees and contractors by establishing a generative safety culture and EHS management systems.
• Develop insightful actions, suggest recommendations, and influence the direction of the line by effectively working with and communicating results to the site leadership and management team.
• Under the direction of the Global EHS Head, develop strategic EHS plans to meet organizational goals.
• Drive incident investigations and provide corrective and preventive actions to prevent the reoccurrence of the incidents.
• Conduct occupational risk assessments (Ergonomic Assessments) to prevent sprain/strains and improve workplace conditions and practices.
• Identify company safety training needs, develop, and implement safety-training programs.
• Monitor and approve industrial hygiene sampling strategies and results.
• Serves as the primary contact and responds to reports of leaks, spills, and any other release of potentially harmful or hazardous materials.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the EHS programs using established goals and make recommendations and implement corrective action(s) based on industry standards and best practices.
• Represent the organization in community or industry safety groups and programs.
• Drive and mentor Safety Committee, communicate action plans, and follow up with action owners.
• Perform other duties, projects, and initiatives as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Work effectively as a team player with multiple working groups and departments.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and writing skills.
• Act as EHS subject matter expert and utilize approaches that require innovation and technical skills.
• Well-developed planning and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize activities, meet commitments, and meet deadlines.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• Bachelor of Science (or country equivalent) in Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering field preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Certifications in health and safety (e.g. CSP, CHMM) are preferred but not required.

Experience Requirement:

• Minimum 5+ years relevant working experience preferably within a chemical, metal finishing, semiconductor, oil and gas, wastewater treatment, or related industries.
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations including stormwater, air/water, Tier 2 reports, Form R, etc. Extensive knowledge of EPA, OSHA, DOT, NFPA, and other governmental regulations and laws.
• Strong track record of submitting permits, working with regulatory agencies, leading and developing EHS programs, performing audits, JHA, and gap assessment.
• Demonstrated experience in hazardous materials, emergency response team development, implementation, and administration.

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Environmental Exposure:

• Required to wear personal protective equipment when applicable.
• Subject to occasional hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, exposure to chemicals and etc.

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