EHS Project Engineer
This will be a fully onsite role - no shift or further travel required. The role will be a mixture of project based and some operational support. The successful candidate will have some level of experience and understanding of a manufacturing environment - pharma or med device. Ideally also have experience of dealing with stakeholders and Project Management experience. Looking for somebody with a good balance between strong skills in field - EHS technical in high risk programs and also report writing/presenting.
Project Support & Integration
* Integrate EHS requirements into capital projects, facility upgrades, and process changes.
* Conduct Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs) and ensure closure of EHS-related actions prior to commissioning.
* Perform field walkdowns to identify hazards and verify engineering controls.
* Support criticality assessments for equipment, utilities, and processes impacting safety and compliance.
* Ensure engineering controls (e.g., LEV, isolators, interlocks) are designed and implemented effectively.
* Support PHA and other PSM related assessments.
* Support PSDP and PSCS responsibilities to ensure compliance under the role of the client.
Technical EHS Expertise
* Lead development and implementation of High Hazard Programs (e.g., Construction Safety, ATEX, Process Safety Management).
* Support Biosafety programs including containment strategy validation.
* Support Hazardous Waste and Chemical Inventory systems in compliance with pharmaceutical regulations.
* Schedule and coordinate Industrial Hygiene Monitoring (air sampling, noise, exposure assessments).
* Support Machine Safety and LOTO programs for equipment installations and maintenance.
Regulatory Compliance
* Ensure compliance with EHS regulations including HSA and EPA.
* Implementation of Construction, Machinery and other EHS Regulations.
* Prepare for and support regulatory inspections and audits.
Safety & Environmental Programs
* Develop and maintain assigned EHS programs and provide support for other programmes.
* Lead incident investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions.
* Conduct internal audits and support external inspections.
Training & Communication
* Deliver technical EHS training to projects, engineering, operations, and laboratory staff.
* Promote safety culture through awareness campaigns and toolbox talks.
Documentation & Reporting
* Maintain EHS documentation including risk assessments, SOPs, and change control records.
* Track and report EHS KPIs including near misses, project status, RAMS and PTW
Stakeholder Engagement
* Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure alignment on EHS goals.
* Participate in cross-functional teams for process improvement and sustainability initiatives.
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