Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Michigan

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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Construction Safety Officer

  • Fort Gratiot, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Gratiot, MI
  • 13 days ago

Foundational knowledge of environmental, health, safety and/or chemical hygiene principles Experience in leading audits to determine adherence to the project’s H&S requirements Experience with Great...

Campus Safety Officer (Summer)

  • Interlochen, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Interlochen, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Experience an unforgettable summer at Interlochen, where creativity thrives in the heart of nature! Join our vibrant community for Interlochen Arts Camp 2025, where passionate individuals come...

Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

  • East Jordan, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • East Jordan, MI
  • 1 day ago

EJ is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist at our Corporate Office....

EHS Manager

  • Jackson, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MI
  • 2 days ago

made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and...

Environmental Health Safety Specialist, North America

  • Wixom, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Wixom, MI
  • 2 days ago

ATS Company: ATS Corporation Requisition ID: 14144 Location: Wixom, MI, US, 48393 Date: Mar 23, 2025 Environmental Health Safety Specialist, North America OVERVIEW ATS Global Services team is a dynamic...

Health and Safety Specialist

  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago

Hygiene, Ergonomics or related subject or equivalent experience and training Professional certification such as Certified Mine Safety Specialist, Certified Industrial Hygienist, or Certified Safety...

EHS Manager - 4166

  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications Required Education: Bachelor's Experience: At least 5 years of experience in environmental, health & safety or related field within a lean manufacturing environment....

Senior, Regional Health and Safety Specialist

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications Degree in Environmental Health & Safety or a related field, (or no degree with 2+ years of experience leading people or cross-functional projects)....

Project EHS Manager Detroit

  • Detroit, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 3 days ago

Position Description: Partner with the BU EHSD, PX, PM and Superintendents to ensure project site compliance with Company Environmental, Health & Safety and risk control policies and procedures....

Environmental Health Safety Specialist Remote

  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago

management programs, chemical hygiene plans, exposure control plans, PPE management programs and fleet safety programs.Unit or function-specific responsibilities within the scope of the job....

Remote Work

Sr. EHS Specialist (1st shift)

  • Rochester, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Rochester, MI
  • 5 days ago

Environmental, Health & Safety#LI-PFE...

Coordinator, EHS

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 6 days ago

Start here, end here. There is a reason why we have so many employees with 20+ years with the company-Pace offers careers. Join us in becoming the premier die casting manufacturer and engineering...

EHS Specialist

  • Constantine, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Constantine, MI
  • 6 days ago

EHS Specialist | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (Main) Regular Employee | Salary Exempt | $65,000.00 - 80,000.00 What youll do: As the EHS Specialist for Utilimaster (A Shyft Brand) based at our...

EHS Manager

  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications Required Education: Bachelor's Experience: At least 5 years of experience in environmental, health & safety or related field within a lean manufacturing environment....

Manager, EHS Compliance- NorthStar Clean Energy

  • Grayling, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Grayling, MI
  • 8 days ago

The Environmental Health & Safety Manager (EHS) will Manage the execution of environmental activities and processes for the generating facility to ensure compliance with a focus on air, water, waste...

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Michigan

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.7%
Master's Degree
27.3%
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 Michigan
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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