EHS & Risk Manager

## EHS & Risk ManagerApplylocations: San Diegotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: R105720## ***Get started on an exciting career at Element!***Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business – delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.**About the Role**We’re looking for a detail-oriented professional to join our team as Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)/Risk Manager. In this role, you will support the safe, compliant, and risk-aware operation of a high-uptime ride hailing/EV operations facility. You will oversee site-level environmental, health, safety, and operational risk programs across fleet operations, maintenance areas, charging infrastructure, cleaning operations, and general facility workflows. This role partners closely with operational leadership and cross-functional teams to identify hazards, assess operational risk, monitor compliance, investigate incidents, and implement corrective and preventive actions.**What You’ll Do*** Own the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of site EHS programs, policies, and procedures.* Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and company safety requirements.* Conduct risk assessments for operational workflows, equipment use, vehicle movement, charging operations, maintenance activity, cleaning chemicals, ergonomics, and contractor activity.* Lead or support investigations related to injuries, near misses, vehicle damage, facility incidents, environmental events, and other operational safety concerns.* Work closely with the City Manager and Implementation Project Supervisor to ensure safety expectations are embedded into daily operations and new process implementation.* Maintain accurate EHS documentation, including inspections, investigations, training records, corrective action plans, and regulatory logs as required.* Track key performance indicators related to safety, risk, incident frequency, compliance completion, and corrective action closure.* Oversee delivery and reinforcement of safety orientation, toolbox talks, refresher training, and role-specific safety communication.* Promote a proactive safety culture focused on hazard recognition, reporting, accountability, and continuous improvement.* Serve as Element on-site POC for EHS 3rd party partner.**Basic Qualifications*** 10+ years of experience in EHS, safety, risk, compliance, fleet operations, logistics, transportation, warehouse, industrial, or similar environments.* **Ability to work on-site at our San Diego location 5 days/week.*** Experience leading safety programs in operational or field-based environments.* Experience leading incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action management.* Strong knowledge of OSHA principles, workplace safety practices, and operational risk controls.* Experience with audits, inspections, compliance documentation, and performance reporting.* Ability to influence frontline teams and leaders without direct authority.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience in transportation, ride hailing, mobility, EV fleet, automotive, or depot operations.* Experience supporting 24/7 shift-based operations.* Familiarity with charging infrastructure, vehicle service environments, cleaning chemical controls, and contractor safety.* Professional certification such as OSHA, ASP, CSP, CHST, or similar is a plus.* Experience supporting site launch, process rollout, or rapid operational scaling.* Background in continuous improvement, Lean, or structured problem-solving methodologies.**Location**Current Location: San Diego, CAThe hiring base salary range for this position is $101,900 - $140,140 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.**What’s in it for You** • A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness • Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.*Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military obligations or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to* *View email address on click.appcast.io* *or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Element Fleet Management also uses AI-assisted tools to help screen and assess applications. These tools analyze information you provide (for example, your rēsumē and screening responses) to identify job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. AI outputs do not by themselves determine whether you advance or receive an offer – they assist recruiters and hiring managers. Final hiring decisions are made by people.* #J-18808-Ljbffr