Major Areas of Focus

The EHS Field Leader implements and oversees the company's health and safety programs across various departments and work environments. This role involves working closely with employees at all levels to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies, conducting risk assessments, providing safety training, and actively promoting a culture of safety within the organization. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, knowledgeable, and approachable leader with a strong commitment to environmental health and safety. This role reports to the Director of Home Office.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may also be assigned.

• Collaborate with management to develop and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Plan and conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety standards and identify potential hazards.
• Lead and coordinate training sessions on safety practices, emergency procedures, and the use of protective equipment.
• Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle worker’s compensation claims.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities, or new prevention measures.
• Report on health and safety awareness, issues, and statistics.
• Maintain and update emergency response plans and procedures.
• Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery, etc.).
• Engage with employees to cultivate a culture of health and safety.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with mandatory regulations.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a safety officer or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g., OSHA/EPA) and procedures.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.
• Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety.
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus.
• Outstanding organizational and motivational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• BSc/BA in safety management, engineering, or relevant field.
• Certification in health and safety (e.g., CSP, CIH) is a significant advantage.

 Language Skills

While performing duties, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; may read and interpret data, information, and documents; observe and respond to people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; work under deadlines; and interact with others encountered in the course of work. Proficiency in English is required, and the ability to speak fluent Spanish is highly beneficial. 

Physical Demands

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Long working hours are required for emergency response or winter weather storm management operations.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel & Development

Travel throughout the market served by the Allentown Service Center from time to time for purposes of training; the employee may be required to travel to other offices or training centers operated by East Coast Facilities, Inc.

Security

The employee may not use illicit drugs during their employment with ECF. ECF operates in several high-security environments that require individuals who can pass security background checks. The employee must pass security background checks that meet our underwriting standards. The employee must have a valid driver's license and driving record that meets our underwriting standards. We reserve the right to reject an applicant or terminate an employee whose criminal or driving record fails to meet our underwriting criteria. 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job family chart. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills employees require in this job family series. Other duties may be assigned as needed.