EHS Professional

EnSafe•East Hartford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EnSafe is seeking a full-time Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Professional to work as a consultant at a client site in East Hartford, CT. This position is a 12-month contract with the potential for extension. The role involves driving safety culture and compliance by translating regulations into site-specific procedures, conducting audits, investigating incidents, and fostering continuous improvement. EnSafe emphasizes empowering staff to practice their profession passionately and without limitations.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related Health & Safety field.
3+ years of hands-on EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, or consulting environments.
Working knowledge of OSHA and state-specific EHS regulations.
Experience with safety program management, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance.
Knowledge of LOTO, PPE, confined space, fall protection, machine guarding, and JSAs.
Strong communication skills with the ability to train employees and influence safe work practices.
Highly organized, analytical, and able to manage multiple priorities independently.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.
Ability to work in industrial environments, including extended standing, walking, bending, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver’s license.
Successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Earned or progression toward Professional certifications (ASP, CSP, CIH)
Prior experience within aerospace.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular facility inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
Support EH&S programs including LOTO, machine guarding, ergonomics, PPE, and emergency response.
Perform incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action tracking.
Conduct industrial hygiene assessments, including air quality, noise, and workplace exposure evaluations.
Develop and maintain safety procedures, written programs, compliance documentation, and regulatory records.
Deliver EH&S training and safety communications to employees and leadership.
Track safety performance metrics and prepare reports to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide recommendations to improve workplace safety, compliance, and environmental performance.
Promote a proactive, safety-first culture through employee engagement, coaching, and collaboration.