Lead EHS Technicians (Field Based)

Lead EHS Technician

ERM is hiring a Lead EHS Technician to support our key technology client onsite in Phoenix, AZ. This is a full-time limited-term role with a duration of 12 months, extendable.

The ideal candidate will have experience developing and supporting implementation of OSHA requirements, standard operating procedures, health and safety plans, job hazard analysis, emergency response plans, risk assessment processes, behavioral safety programs and contractor safety management. Candidates should also have familiarity with manufacturing safety requirements, waste management (hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, electronic), environmental reporting (HMBPs), and chemical safety requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Be the voice of the engineer for safety needs. Escalate issues and provide improvement ideas and feedback to Site Sr EHS Specialist on a weekly basis.
• Support our clients' desire to improve safety performance by providing training, field coaching, and targeted EHS assessments.
• Motivate staff, help them achieve their full potential, and hold staff accountable to high safety standards.
• Manage and update Daily 6s Safety Audit Log - monitor, correct and track issues until closed. Identify follow-up corrective actions to close audit findings.
• Oversee the EHS Technician team and support operational continuity by covering shifts during leave periods if necessary.
• Serve as primary liaison for client communications, including reporting and meeting participation.
• Maintain accurate records and analyze data in excel, edit and present high quality presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint; Utilize Outlook and Teams for communication, calendar management, and scheduling meetings.
• Provide weekly activity reports to EHS Managers and Senior Specialists.
• Develop EHS compliance procedures, plans, permits, and reports.
• Support and attend Safety Committee Meetings and Safety Walks monthly or as needed.
• Support Emergency Action Plan and drill as scheduled.
• Perform compliance and system audits to assess project compliance with applicable EHS regulatory requirements, client standards, or management systems.
• Upon request by client EHS personnel, assist with near miss/incident investigation process.
• Verify all Drager's and PPE is being correctly utilized, and shark cages are organized and secure with required supplies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred. Degree in the EHS field is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience providing EHS support with an emphasis on health and safety.
• OSHA 30, or willingness to obtain required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams programs.
• Demonstrated understanding of regulatory compliance and reporting processes.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience--coaching, training, and leading direct reports, assessing the quality of others' work product.
• Strong written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Position requires the use of a cleanroom gown/suit as a part of the standard protective gear in controlled environments.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma safety methods is a plus but not required.
• Existing certification or working towards certification as Certified Industrial Hygiene (CIH) and/or Certified Safety Professional (CSP/ASP) certification a plus but not required.

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Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

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