Senior Engineer - EHS

Job Summary

The EHS Senior Engineer takes a lead role in identifying hazards, developing safety protocols, and ensuring regulatory compliance across all sites. This position is responsible for conducting risk assessments, investigating accidents, promoting a culture of safety within the organization, and providing training to internal teams and vendors across all sites.

Role & responsibilities

• Identify hazards and develop comprehensive safety protocols to mitigate workplace risks.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, national, and international safety regulations across all sites.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments to evaluate workplace hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Investigate accidents and near-miss incidents to determine root causes and develop preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
• Promote and foster a culture of safety within the organization at all levels.
• Provide safety training to internal teams and to vendors across all sites, ensuring awareness of safe work practices and regulatory requirements.
• Lead development and updating of safety policies, procedures, and guidelines based on industry best practices.
• Lead safety inspections and audits across all facilities to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance.
• Monitor and track key safety performance metrics, analyze trends, and recommend improvements.
• Identify and recommend appropriate PPE for different job roles and tasks.
• Stay current with new safety regulations, standards, and industry developments.
• Coordinate emergency response and evacuation drills to maintain organizational readiness.
• Mentor and guide EHS Engineers in their professional development.
• Lead and contribute to safety committee meetings and cross-functional safety initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
• 3-7 years of progressive experience in EHS roles.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable safety regulations, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and training delivery skills.
• Experience with multi-site safety management and vendor coordination.
• Relevant EHS certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) preferred.