Central Regional Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist - Willowbrook, IL, United States - Carrier

Description

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security.

We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends.

Carrier's North America Field Business is seeking an EH&S Specialist for our U.This position is responsible for the auditing, coordination and facilitation of EH&S policies and programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Carrier standards.

Our functional purpose is to support Carrier's mission by creating business value through sustainable, world-class EH&S solutions. Primary coverage is the Mid-West and secondary coverage throughout the South Central, with travel up to 75%. Support the Regional Leadership Team in achieving regional operations success.
Provide support for other Company teams as needed and directed, including North America and Carrier Enterprise EHS support.

Assist in the development, implementation, and measurement of EHS programs, strategies, policies, training, and procedures in alignment with Corporate and Business expectations.

Provide continual improvement opportunities through auditing, inspection and training events and facilitation support for these activities.
Visit markets and job sites on a regular basis to ensure effective implementation of EHS processes and programs. Identify existing or potential risks and hazards. Assist in investigation, root cause analysis and action planning to prevent future occurrences. Facilitate EHS training and orientation as needed. Assist in identifying EHS related training requirements for associates and support processes to ensure training effectiveness and compliance.

Ensure regional markets are maintaining all EHS related records in compliance with local, state, and national requirements or any other regulatory agency rules and regulations.

Assist with contractor and subcontractor management by conducting pre-qualifications and by visiting/auditing job sites on a regular basis.

Participate on business teams as needed to assist in the development of safety policies and procedures, projects, campaigns, committees.

Coach/mentor employees on safe work practices, hazard identification and risk management. Complete risk assessments and recommend control measures for all potential areas of concern.
Review and approve safety data sheets, and new chemical request process.
Participate on teams/committees to identify and implement EHS and sustainability improvements.
Bachelor's degree
~3+ years of practical environmental health and safety experience
~ Willingness to travel up to 75%

Recognized Certification in Environmental, Safety or Health, Risk Management such as CIH, CSP, etc.
Previous experience in field business operation and safety programs. Multi-site coordination and travel.

Strong computer skill in MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word) and EHS related data management systems (i.e.

Ability to develop training content and deliver in-person and digitally.
Demonstrated ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.

#All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.