Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Senior Environmental Health and Safety Analyst6-month contract with possibility of extension and/or conversionAtlanta, GA 30339Overview:Responsible for taking part in establishing and implementing organization policies and procedures in regards to local, state, and federal health and safety regulations. Ensure compliance with regulations and procedures by carrying out and analyzing regular facility audits. Provide information and training in emergency response procedures, hazardous material handling, and industrial hygiene policies. Manage the collection, storage, transportation, and shipping of hazardous waste.Responsibilities:Serves as resource and subject matter expert for internal and external customers in matters of environmental health, safety and DOT concerns.Actively supports business in all operational, greenfield growth and acquisitive growth including due diligence and integration-related activities.Develops sustainable processes to determine the effectiveness of the EHS programs and training materials; drives cost out measures and ensures compliance.Plans, promotes, organizes, directs and audits EHS related activities and operations to ensure consistent execution of policies and procedures.Serves as subject matter expert on all Hazard Materials Compliance issues.May monitor and mentor EHS specialists.Preferred QualificationsExperience in environmental, industrial hygiene (fire code would be better than IH), safety, DOT and Hazardous Material Compliance.Some experience managing teams of EHS specialists preferred.CHMM and/or CSP certifications preferred.Required Qualifications:BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 5-8 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.Ability to identify key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations. Troubleshoot and resolves complex problems. Make decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results.Independently perform assignments with instruction limited to the expected results. Determine and develop an approach to solutions. Receive technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.Ability to oversee the completion of projects and assignments, including planning, assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc. Contribute to employees' professional development but does not have hiring or firing authority.ABOUT EIGHT ELEVEN DBA CALCULATED HIRE:At Eight Eleven, our business is people. Relationships are at the center of what we do. A successful partnership is only as strong as the relationship built. We're your trusted partner for IT hiring, recruiting and staffing needs. For over 16 years, Eight Eleven has established and maintained relationships that are designed to meet your IT staffing needs. Whether it's contract, contract-to-hire, or permanent placement work, we customize our search based upon your company's unique initiatives, culture and technologies. With our national team of recruiters placed at 21 major hubs around the nation, Eight Eleven finds the people best-suited for your business. When you work with us, we work with you. That's the Eight Eleven promise.Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Created: 2025-10-02