EHS Specialist (contractor)

CIS International•Cataño, PR

7h•Onsite

About The Position

EHS Specialist Job Description EHS Programs and Compliance: Support a proactive, preventive safety culture by modeling safe behaviors and reinforcing expectations across site teams. Support the site Process Safety Management (PSM) program by assisting with PHAs, MOC reviews, audits, and implementation of PSM elements related to assigned areas. Monitor daily operations and conduct inspections, safety observations, and assessments to ensure compliance with internal EHS standards and external regulatory requirements, and support implementation of corrective actions. Support the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs, procedures, and policies related to occupational safety, health, environmental compliance, sustainability, and security, as directed by the EHS Manager. Deliver effective EHS training to individuals, small groups, and large teams to build awareness and drive engagement. Assist in the integration of EHS principles into operational processes by supporting site initiatives and identifying opportunities for improvement. Maintain safety, health, and environmental KPIs and analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities. Assist in the preparation and submission of environmental and safety permits and reports required by local, state, and federal agencies. Assist in maintaining the site’s EHS Management System by participating in internal audits, updating SOPs, tracking corrective actions, and contributing to management reviews to ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards, when applicable. Support regulatory programs such as SARA, EPCRA, HAZCOM, and industrial hygiene monitoring, with oversight from the EHS Manager. Monitors HS&S performance of external contractors and establishes control requirements in case of deficiencies detected. Facilitate EHS-related employee engagement activities, safety committee meetings, and communication campaigns. Adapt to evolving regulations, changing site needs, and EHS team priorities. Risk and Incident Management: Support incident investigations related to consumer and customer complaints, accidents, safety incidents, occupational health, and the environment by gathering facts, contributing to root cause analysis, and tracking corrective and preventive actions. Conduct or assist with risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and workplace inspections to proactively identify and address hazards. Assist with Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses documentation and coordination, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. Support emergency preparedness, response, and evacuation planning activities. Provides technical expertise and solutions in the areas of injury & illness prevention, physical hazard assessment, safety chemical management and risk management plans (RMP), if applies. Hospitality and Tourist Safety Responsibilities: Collaborate with hospitality teams to ensure all visitor areas meet the highest safety and cleanliness standards, including routine inspections of public spaces and tour routes. Develop and deliver safety briefings and orientation sessions for tourists and guests prior to site tours and events. Establish and maintain emergency response protocols and evacuation procedures specific to tourist groups, ensuring clear signage and staff training. Monitor crowd control and visitor movement during peak times and special events to prevent accidents or overcrowding. Coordinate with guest services and security to promptly address any safety concerns, incidents, or medical emergencies involving tourists. Ensure accessibility and safe accommodation for visitors with disabilities or special needs. Use feedback from tourists regarding safety and hospitality, to continually improve visitor experience and safety measures. Promote a welcoming, safety-focused culture among staff and contractors who interact with tourists, reinforcing customer care and hazard awareness. Support the development of promotional materials that communicate site safety standards and hospitality practices to prospective visitors. Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to public and tourist safety. General and Administrative Support: Assist with plant security oversight and serve as a back-up resource for emergency management or contractor supervision as needed. Coordinate security for special events and high-profile visitors. Acts as the area main contact for external audits/inspections and state/federal agencies. Generate purchase orders and service contracts for your work area and report any variation in the budget. Travel and work flexible hours as needed to support EHS program execution. Perform other duties as assigned to support EHS goals and ensure site compliance. Corporate Citizenship/Responsibility: Participate in and support the company Facilities Business Continuity Plan as needed Promote and support the company Social Responsibility Program Comply with the norms and procedures of Environmental, Health, Safety, Security, Quality and Policies established by the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree; Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 cumulative years of experience in EHS Programs such as: Occupational Safety, Process Safety, Hazardous Waste Management, Wastewater management, Air Permitting, Environmental Engineering- Program Management in an industrial environment (e.g. OSHA, EPA, DOT, IATA, NFPA, etc.)
Demonstrated dependability, timeliness, and commitment to achieving company goals.
Knowledge and understanding of legal health and safety regulations.
Experience managing emergency response plans
Knowledge of security protocols and procedures.
Knowledge and experience in ISO45001/ISO14001.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, problem solving and drive informed decision-making.
Experience in FMCG industry, Spirit industry, Manufacturing or Auditing
High learning agility, adaptability, and track record of exceptional results
Excellent communication, decision making and influencing skills; work globally across the organization with key stakeholders including senior management.
Strong sense of accountability and ownership
Highly organized, motivated, detail oriented, a sense of urgency, and an ability to prioritize tasks
Adaptable and flexible to work variable schedules, including off-shifts and weekends.
Knowledge of MS Office / Teams
Fluent in English and Spanish, other languages are a plus
You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become.
You’re an authentic leader who acts with purpose and has an approachable, empathetic, open communication style.
Embrace multicultural environment with diverse ways of working.
You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections.
You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with.
You will have an attitude of constant learning and improving.
Inquisitiveness/ curiosity around new media, digital, technology and social trends and possessing an attitude to experiment or innovate in these areas.
You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance.
You create strong positive first impressions and build those into great relationships.
You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others.
You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
You operate at pace and are able to multi-skill effectively and are at ease leading projects.
You will be highly performance driven, commercially and financially astute.
You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change.
You have a growth and learning mindset that you instill and yourself and your team: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience.
Comfortable with change and ambiguity.
100% on site and full-time job
Work location: Cataño, PR
Administrative work shift from Monday to Friday with availability to support non standard shifts
1st contract term: 6 months

Responsibilities

Support a proactive, preventive safety culture by modeling safe behaviors and reinforcing expectations across site teams.
Support the site Process Safety Management (PSM) program by assisting with PHAs, MOC reviews, audits, and implementation of PSM elements related to assigned areas.
Monitor daily operations and conduct inspections, safety observations, and assessments to ensure compliance with internal EHS standards and external regulatory requirements, and support implementation of corrective actions.
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs, procedures, and policies related to occupational safety, health, environmental compliance, sustainability, and security, as directed by the EHS Manager.
Deliver effective EHS training to individuals, small groups, and large teams to build awareness and drive engagement.
Assist in the integration of EHS principles into operational processes by supporting site initiatives and identifying opportunities for improvement.
Maintain safety, health, and environmental KPIs and analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities.
Assist in the preparation and submission of environmental and safety permits and reports required by local, state, and federal agencies.
Assist in maintaining the site’s EHS Management System by participating in internal audits, updating SOPs, tracking corrective actions, and contributing to management reviews to ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards, when applicable.
Support regulatory programs such as SARA, EPCRA, HAZCOM, and industrial hygiene monitoring, with oversight from the EHS Manager.
Monitors HS&S performance of external contractors and establishes control requirements in case of deficiencies detected.
Facilitate EHS-related employee engagement activities, safety committee meetings, and communication campaigns.
Adapt to evolving regulations, changing site needs, and EHS team priorities.
Support incident investigations related to consumer and customer complaints, accidents, safety incidents, occupational health, and the environment by gathering facts, contributing to root cause analysis, and tracking corrective and preventive actions.
Conduct or assist with risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and workplace inspections to proactively identify and address hazards.
Assist with Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses documentation and coordination, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
Support emergency preparedness, response, and evacuation planning activities.
Provides technical expertise and solutions in the areas of injury & illness prevention, physical hazard assessment, safety chemical management and risk management plans (RMP), if applies.
Collaborate with hospitality teams to ensure all visitor areas meet the highest safety and cleanliness standards, including routine inspections of public spaces and tour routes.
Develop and deliver safety briefings and orientation sessions for tourists and guests prior to site tours and events.
Establish and maintain emergency response protocols and evacuation procedures specific to tourist groups, ensuring clear signage and staff training.
Monitor crowd control and visitor movement during peak times and special events to prevent accidents or overcrowding.
Coordinate with guest services and security to promptly address any safety concerns, incidents, or medical emergencies involving tourists.
Ensure accessibility and safe accommodation for visitors with disabilities or special needs.
Use feedback from tourists regarding safety and hospitality, to continually improve visitor experience and safety measures.
Promote a welcoming, safety-focused culture among staff and contractors who interact with tourists, reinforcing customer care and hazard awareness.
Support the development of promotional materials that communicate site safety standards and hospitality practices to prospective visitors.
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to public and tourist safety.
Assist with plant security oversight and serve as a back-up resource for emergency management or contractor supervision as needed.
Coordinate security for special events and high-profile visitors.
Acts as the area main contact for external audits/inspections and state/federal agencies.
Generate purchase orders and service contracts for your work area and report any variation in the budget.
Travel and work flexible hours as needed to support EHS program execution.
Perform other duties as assigned to support EHS goals and ensure site compliance.
Participate in and support the company Facilities Business Continuity Plan as needed
Promote and support the company Social Responsibility Program
Comply with the norms and procedures of Environmental, Health, Safety, Security, Quality and Policies established by the company.