Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Technician at Vallourec in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical support in management of EHS related topics including: Lockout, Confined Space, Emergency Response, Hazard Communication, Overhead Cranes, Mobile Equipment, Cardinal Safety Rules, Waste Management, Spill Response, Storm Water etc.


• Provide technical support and problem solving in troubleshooting safety and environmental issues


• Assist in writing technical and management systems reports and documents


• Bring together staff of different disciplines and lead a group to plan, formulate and agree to managing key EHS issues


• Establish and maintain EHS controls and documentation procedures


• Assist with internal compliance audits and program evaluations


• Oversee department sub-contractor support as needed


• Instruct safety-related training classes


• Support the EHS department as a valuable and knowledgeable resource

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Safety regulatory knowledge


• Environmental regulatory knowledge


• Outstanding communication skills


• Highly organized and able to successfully manage multiple projects


• Capable of working independently in a self-directed environment

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Associate of Science degree in Safety is desired


• Experience with OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, Integrated Management Systems, and associated documentation and audits


• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in safety experience preferred


• Experience working within manufacturing industry preferred

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES & CAPABILITIES:

• Sound Judgment


• Change Management


• Service Orientation


• Organizational Awareness


• Teamwork and Collaboration          

Quality