Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Georgia

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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Safety And Occupational Health Specialist

  • Kings Bay, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kings Bay, GA
  • 1 day ago

health, industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, toxicology, public health, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological sciences, engineering, and industrial psychology....

Safety And Occupational Health Specialist

  • Kings Bay, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Kings Bay, GA
  • 2 days ago

health, industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, toxicology, public health, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological sciences, engineering, and industrial psychology....

Site EHS Manager

  • Appling, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Appling, GA
  • 2 days ago

One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to...

Site EHS Manager

  • Forest Park, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Forest Park, GA
  • 2 days ago

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)....

Safety Officer

  • Augusta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Attends meetings to represent hospital safety Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree (Required) Additional Job Description: Field of Study: a safety related discipline / Industrial Hygiene and 3...

Corporate Real Estate Facilities Manager - EHS

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

hygiene / indoor air quality, hazardous materials management (asbestos), OSHA compliance, etc. + Manage vendors including an Environmental Consulting firm and several environmental remediation vendors...

Senior EHS Specialist

  • Savannah, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 2 days ago

Your role will encompass a broad range of responsibilities across environmental compliance, occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, site security, employee training, and internal/external...

Public Safety Officer I Unarmed

  • Rome, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Rome, GA
  • 3 days ago

As a Public Safety Officer at Advocate Health, you play a crucial role in creating a safe, secure, and caring atmosphere for patients, visitors, and staff. Your primary focus is on ensuring the...

Project Industrial Hygienist

  • Savannah, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 7 days ago

Skills and Requirements BS in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related discipline oAlso, open to an AS in leu of experience....

EHS Coordinator

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

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

EHS Manager

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

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

Industrial Hygienist - Atlanta, GA or Orlando, FL

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

Hygiene, Environmental Science, or equivalent 5 to 10 years of relevant general occupational safety and health/industrial hygiene experience including the performance of industrial hygiene (IH) surveys...

EHS Specialist II

  • Social Circle, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Social Circle, GA
  • 9 days ago

Job Description About the Role: The EHS Specialist II, Health, Safety, Environmental Compliance and Sustainability will be responsible for partnering with Covington site personnel to promote a strong...

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 days ago

occupational health and industrial hygiene to ensure Chemours program compliance....

EHS Health & Safety Advisor

  • Hinesville, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Hinesville, GA
  • 11 days ago

Are you experienced in industrial or plant safety and looking to advance your career to the next level? Are you interested in joining a nationally recognized company that offers growth potential?...

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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Georgia

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Georgia 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 in Georgia
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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