EH&S Compliance Specialist

EnSafe is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Compliance Specialist for our Houston, TX office.

EnSafe is an employee-owned global environmental consulting and engineering firm. We strive to deliver innovative and creative solutions to our clients. EnSafe specializes in custom solutions in Environmental Management and Planning, Civil Design Engineering, Environmental Restoration, Natural & Water Resources, Health & Safety, and Technology with offices operating within the US.

What We Are Looking For:

An EH&S Compliance Specialist who will combine technical expertise, strong people skills, with a client-focused mindset to help organizations navigate and comply with environmental and health and safety regulations. You should be eager to roll up your sleeves-supporting clients locally, regionally, and nationally-by developing pragmatic, cost-effective strategies that keep them in compliance, minimize liability, and enhance environmental performance. We are seeking an individual with experience in both federal and Texas state environmental regulations, as well as knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.

Joining our team means immersing yourself in an environment that nurtures creativity, encourages collaboration across all levels, fosters a supportive culture, and facilitates professional growth.

What You Will Be Doing:

The successful candidate should have a proven ability to assist clients with understanding and complying with local, state, and federal regulations. Areas of business include:

• Developing and/or revising various US EPA, State, or OSHA required written programs or contingency plans (SWPPP, SPCC, Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans, Machine Specific Energy Control Plans, Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, etc.).
• Completing annual reporting such as Annual Waste Summaries, Emergency Planning Community Right-to-Know Act reports (e.g., Tier 2, Form R), Emissions Inventories, Pollution Prevention Annual Progress Reports.
• Evaluating and documenting air emissions, Permit-By-Rule applications, New Source Review Applications, conducting emissions calculations.
• Preparing scope of services, cost estimates, and proposals for clients.
• Evaluating and writing environmental permit applications for various media such as wastewater, stormwater, and air emissions.
• Performing EHS compliance audits and preparing audit reports.
• Support Environmental Health and Safety objectives under OSHA guidance.

What You Will Need:

• BS or BA in Geology, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or Equivalent Sciences.
• At least five (5) years of professional-level experience is desired; prior experience in environmental consulting is preferred.
• Effective written/verbal communication, presentation, and organization/analytical skills; experience authoring detailed technical reports and plans.
• Strong organizational and time management skills while working on multiple projects for multiple clients; candidates must be detail-oriented, assertive, and exhibit good listening and note-taking skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, particularly Microsoft Excel functions and formulas.
• Regular travel to client locations (local and regional) with occasional national travel possible; approximately 30% overnight travel, generally not longer than 1-2 nights.
• Candidates must be willing and able to work independently with minimal oversight in select circumstances.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions, including rain and heat.
• Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs as well as work at higher elevations such as building rooftops and tank farms.
• A Valid Driver's license is required.
• Commitment to uphold EnSafe standards of quality and safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and diversified environment.
• Ability to pass a background check.

About Us:

EnSafe began as a two-person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients. We nurture our people with opportunities for growth and development. We build enduring, trustworthy relationships with each of our clients, focusing on high ethical, quality, and safety standards. We maintain and enhance this reputation by attracting and retaining high-quality individuals for the long term.

At EnSafe, we are committed to cultivating a diverse and authentic workplace. If you're enthusiastic about this role but your experience doesn't precisely align with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply nonetheless. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at our company.

EnSafe is committed to being an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military or veteran status, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis on one or more of the foregoing.

Check us out on the web at www.ensafe.com