EHS Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

HRP’s Farmington and Derby, Connecticut offices have an immediate full-time opportunity for an individual with 0 to 6 years of experience in EH&S. The candidate will have demonstrated success working in several program areas noted below or the education and ambition to do so. The candidate will possess curiosity, drive and ambition. This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated, but team-oriented professional to further develop your career by joining a dynamic team that takes on challenging projects and that provides you with excellent rewards and benefits in return. If this sounds like the career move you have been waiting to make and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you!

Key Responsibilities:

This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team of engineers and scientists to address complex environmental challenges executing the following roles / responsibilities :

• Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) compliance
• Developing site specific EH&S compliance programs based on federal, state and local regulations, as well as compliance with client company directives. Examples of programs include, Lockout / Tagout, Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Confined Space Entry, Emergency Action, Fire Prevention, Exposure Control, Waste Minimization, Waste Management, Contingency Planning, etc.
• Have the ability to work with a project manager to manage EH&S programs at client facilities serving as an EHS coordinator for various clients
• Assist with H&S audits / inspections, and providing recommendations for corrective actions
• Assist with H&S management systems development, including drafting of standard operating procedures, guidance documents, and training programs
• Assist with the management of hazardous waste, including waste characterization, satellite area inspections, training, and correspondence with government agencies
• Develop and conduct site specific EH&S training programs, including but not limited to, Hazard Communication, Lockout / Tagout, Bloodborne Pathogens, Biosafety, Fall Protection, Ladder Safety, Hazardous Waste Management, Respiratory Protection, RCRA / DOT, HAZWOPER, etc.
• Assist with industrial hygiene related projects, including personal air sampling, indoor air quality assessment, noise assessments, surface wipe sampling, facility decommissioning, qualitative assessments, etc.
• Be motivated, outgoing, and have the ability to interact with employees within various different industry settings
• Conduct job safety analyses for jobs / tasks conducted within various different industry settings
• Conduct incident investigations for clients following incidents occurring at client sites

Requirements:

• BS in Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or similar
• 0 to 6 years of experience in the EH&S field
• Primary knowledge in OSHA regulations as well as knowledge of EPA and other federal, state and local regulations
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills and strong organizational abilities
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated professional judgment, consistency and attention to detail
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
• Adaptability and willingness to adjust to client needs
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, if required
• Interest in attaining professional licensure(s), including but not limited to CSP, ASP, and IH.

Preferred:

• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training
• Professional certification in EHS (CSP, ASP, OHST or similar)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with the ability / desire to lead tasks
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter and fast learner

Benefits & Company Culture:

HRP Associates, Inc.'s vision, relies on the expertise of our dedicated professionals who provide excellent consultation with our loyal clientele. We lead the industry in our commitment to employee growth and satisfaction in a positive, gratifying, and challenging workplace environment. We offer professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, and an excellent benefits package to qualified employees.

We continue to search for top talent to join our growing team throughout HRP’s various locations. We promote a fun and dynamic company culture, as well as a great work-life balance through our generous paid time-off policies. Ideal candidates will enjoy working in team settings, participating in company-wide events and outings, possess a positive attitude, and can relate to our internal cultural motto of, “Work hard, play hard!”

Other major benefits include:

• Health/Life Insurance
• Company-sponsored Wellness Programs
• Profit-Sharing 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Recognition Bonus Programs
• Continuing Education Reimbursement

HRP Employee Resource Groups (ERGs):

• HRP Women (WERG) - supports the professional and personal development of women employees, while bringing awareness to women’s issues and fostering an inclusive environment.
• 312 Committee - organizes employee events to support our culture and employee relationships
• Giving Group - coordinates events with local charities and organizations
• Wellness Committee- promotes health and wellness

Who We Are:

HRP Associates, Inc. is a full-service environmental engineering and hydrogeology firm headquartered in Farmington, CT, with regional offices in Derby (CT); Plymouth, Massachusetts; Saint Charles, Missouri; Clifton Park, New York; Greenville & Charleston, South Carolina; and Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We also have satellite offices in San Diego, California, and Houston, Texas.

HRP's staff of professionals includes chemical, civil, geotechnical, and environmental engineers; inspectors; geologists; hydrogeologists; and industrial hygienists.

For more information on job postings in all our offices and to find out more about the company, please visit our website at and our YouTube channel at HRP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.