Job Description
Join EcoGuard Solutions as a pivotal Environmental Health & Safety Specialist in Houston's thriving energy sector. We're seeking a proactive leader to drive our sustainability initiatives while ensuring regulatory compliance across industrial operations. This hybrid role combines strategic environmental stewardship with hands-on safety management in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Why EcoGuard?
At EcoGuard, we're redefining industrial sustainability through innovative safety protocols and carbon reduction strategies. Our team-centric culture offers competitive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and direct impact on community environmental health.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive EHS management systems aligned with OSHA, EPA, and ISO 14001 standards
- Conduct risk assessments and safety audits for industrial facilities, identifying mitigation opportunities
- Lead emergency response planning and crisis management for environmental incidents
- Design and deliver safety training programs for 500+ employees across multiple sites
- Manage hazardous waste disposal and sustainability reporting initiatives
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate safety-by-design principles
- Track KPIs and prepare executive-level compliance reports for regulatory bodies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years EHS experience in manufacturing, energy, or petrochemical industries
- OSHA 30-hour certification and CHST/ASP credentials required
- Advanced proficiency in safety software (e.g., Intelex, ProcessMAP)
- Demonstrated experience with environmental permit management
- Strong analytical skills for incident investigation and root cause analysis
- Excellent communication abilities for cross-functional stakeholder engagement
- Knowledge of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations