Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs

An Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is a professional who focuses on identifying and eliminating risks in the workplace. They work in a wide range of sectors, especially in industries like manufacturing, construction, and healthcare that involve substantial physical activities. They are responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with environmental policies and laws to prevent accidents and protect the health of employees and the environment. This involves conducting regular inspections and audits, implementing safety training programs, and maintaining documentation of all environmental health and safety-related activities.

Key skills required for this role include a strong understanding of environmental regulations, excellent communication and analytical skills, and the ability to handle emergency situations. They must also possess certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), depending on the specific industry requirements. Relevant Bachelor's degrees in Environmental Health, Safety Engineering, or Occupational Health are often required. Prior to becoming an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, individuals might have roles such as Safety Coordinator, Environmental Technician, or Health and Safety Advisor.

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Degree: A BS degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field is a plus (can substitute for a year of experience)....

Oversee and Quality check Title V, Stormwater, Remediation, and Hazardous Waste Management Environmental Programs. Advise on Industrial Hygiene initiatives. Advise on PSM program initiatives....

Degree: A BS degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field. Skills: Knowledgeable in health and safety program implementation and capable of managing varied technical tasks....

QUALIFICATIONS BS degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or Engineering, with a minimum of five years of technical experience in the related service areas....

MillerKnoll

EHS Specialist

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger...

Launch Ground and Environmental Safety Specialist

  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Overview Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking multiple skill levels of Launch Ground and Enviornmental Safety Specialist. An active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph is...

Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

  • Holland, MI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 3 hours ago

Coordinate and complete compliance driven safety requirements such as annual noise surveys, industrial hygiene surveys, PPE assessment, HAZMAT....

Senior Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

  • Mansfield, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mansfield, TX
  • 3 hours ago

The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for performing safety and environmental audits, ergonomic assessments, industrial hygiene monitoring, accident/incident investigations,...

EHS Manager

  • Henderson, NV
  • 3 hours ago
  • Henderson, NV
  • 3 hours ago

Manage Industrial Hygiene Program, Hearing Conservation Program, Respiratory Protection Program, Hazard Communication Program, and Management of Change as required....

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

  • Mansfield, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mansfield, TX
  • 3 hours ago

The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for performing safety and environmental audits, ergonomic assessments, industrial hygiene monitoring, accident/incident investigations,...

EHS Specialist

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title: EHS Specialist Department: Corporate Management Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt Job Summary: The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist provides assistance to the EHS Manager...

Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

  • Sparta, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Sparta, WI
  • 3 hours ago

The Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist has the responsibility for managing the Environmental, Health & Safety programs at the assigned facility in Sparta, WI and supporting other WI facilities...

Process Safety Officer

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 3 hours ago

Expert/master knowledge and experience in one or more EHS professional disciplines (e.g. worker safety, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance)....

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

  • Farmers Branch, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Farmers Branch, TX
  • 3 hours ago

EnSafe is accepting applications for an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to work full-time in our Dallas, TX office....

EHS Manager

  • San Marcos, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Marcos, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Job Overview Skanska is searching for a dynamic Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager....

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Food Technology, Health and Safety
On this four-week course from Taipei Medical University, youll discuss global food safety concerns, exploring the effects of different foods, toxins, and additives on the human body. Youll begin...
Health, Safety and Wellness in Mining
Welcome to Health, Safety and Wellness in Mining where you will explore key concepts in the management of health, safety and wellness in mining workforces and communities, including the impacts of...
Preparing for an International Health Elective: Exploring Global Health, Ethics and Safety
International health electives (IHEs) are highly variable, student-organised placements that offer important opportunities for student-directed learning about health and healthcare in unfamiliar...

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.7%
Master's Degree
27.4%
Associate's Degree
6.1%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.5%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Health and Safety Specialists
1-2 years
23.8%
2-4 years
19.0%
4-6 years
19.0%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
None
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%


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