What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at Leonardo DRS?
Job ID: 114806
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our environmental, health, and safety programs. This role will help ensure compliance with applicable regulations, company policies, and customer requirements while promoting a strong culture of safety across operations.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about supporting a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace within a dynamic naval power manufacturing environment.
What You Will Do
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our environmental, health, and safety programs. This role will help ensure compliance with applicable regulations, company policies, and customer requirements while promoting a strong culture of safety across operations.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about supporting a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace within a dynamic naval power manufacturing environment.
What You Will Do
- Support daily administration of company EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
- Assist with maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and occupational safety regulations.
- Participate in workplace inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
- Help investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, and assist in documenting findings and corrective actions.
- Track and maintain EHS records, training documentation, permits, and reports.
- Support employee EHS training and onboarding activities.
- Assist with industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and environmental monitoring activities as needed.
- Partner with supervisors, employees, and cross-functional teams to promote safe work practices.
- Help identify opportunities for continuous improvement in EHS performance and awareness.
- Support emergency preparedness activities and response planning.
- Assist with waste management, hazardous material handling, and sustainability initiatives in accordance with company requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related field.
- Internship, co-op, or academic project experience related to environmental, health, and safety.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills and an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to work in a manufacturing, industrial, or shipboard-support environment.
- Ability to learn and apply regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
- Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulatory frameworks.
- Professional certifications or progress toward certifications such as OSHA 30, ASP, or CHST are a plus.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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