Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health (ESOH) Specialist

**This Position is Pending Government Approval**

Purpose: Responsible for the safety and health compliance of all on-site contract activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to fulfill each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Regularly inspects work environments to identify potential hazards and ensures compliance with safety regulations.
• Develops/revises Work Instructions (WIs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), for all EHS elements.
• Identifies required training for employees in relevant safety concepts, performs and documents training.
• Conducts investigations of safety and health incidents to determine root causes(s) and recommend corrective actions.
• Tracks and trends safety and health program performance data.
• Assists shops with identifying proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other safety-related equipment.
• Monitors the medical surveillance program for the site.
• Strives to continuously improve the project’s safety and health culture.
• Assists environmental personnel when necessary to include performing environmental inspections and conducting environmental release investigations.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains a daily timesheet and daily manning report and ensure correct times are accurate.
• Ensures strict compliance with safety practices and support the Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Instills a safety-first mentality within respective work areas and a culture that achieves low accident rates and minimal lost-time injuries.
• Adheres to ISO Policies, Procedures, and Work Instructions in support of Quality Management System.
• Performs all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• Three years of experience in environmental, safety, and health or equivalent field; military setting is preferred but not required.
• Must obtain Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification within six months of hire for the position.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required. Computer skills    include a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Work closely with various departments to address safety concerns and ensure that safety standards are met across the organization.
• Working knowledge of EHS training practices, metrics, and programs
• Working knowledge of applicable OSHA regulations
• Ability to understand, collate and interpret EHS metrics and prepare reports and presentations according to company needs.
• Must have a working knowledge of required safety management system automation.
• Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Safety Management Systems. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current First aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training are highly preferred.
• Industrial hygiene and radiation safety a plus, but not mandatory.

Certification, License & Clearance:

• Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a U.S. Government background check and security clearance.
• Travel may also be required.
• Must be able to meet and maintain all base access security requirements.

Facility credentials/authorization required:

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility and credential /authorization:

Note- US Citizenship is required for facility credential/authorization at this work location.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

• Ability to perform job duties efficiently and effectively.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures.
• Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
• When performing work, responsible for adhering to environmental, safety, and health standards related to the activity, including the wearing of all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 

Other Responsibilities:

Safety – Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality – Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone of our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance – Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Disclaimer:

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Qualification & Experience Requirements: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Three years of experience in environmental, safety, and health or equivalent field; military setting is preferred but not required.

Must obtain Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification within six months of hire for the position.

Demonstrate commitment to continuing education and training in environment, safety, and occupational health.

Current First aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training are highly preferred.

Industrial hygiene and radiation safety a plus, but not mandatory.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.