EHS Specialist

Rhoads Industries•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded and family‐owned since 1896, Rhoads Industries is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance and maritime services. In addition to our field service and project skilled labor, Rhoads has expansive shipyard facilities and over 300,000 square feet of heavy manufacturing space located in The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. Rhoads’ capabilities enable our customers to achieve superior results by deploying our diverse, highly skilled workforce and fabrication capabilities across commercial, government and maritime projects, all backed by state‐of-the-art resources and a 100+ year legacy of leadership. As a member of the Rhoads team, you’ll join a quickly growing team of energetic, skilled tradespeople and professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers across every market we serve. We are building on our success across more than a century by continuing to grow an innovative company dedicated to building exciting careers. Come join our journey, and experience what it means to be Done Right with Rhoads. We are currently looking for an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join our dynamic, fast-paced, and growing team. The EHS Specialist is responsible for responsible for the oversight of safety for our second shift with occasional coverage on our first shift should business needs dictate. The position is accountable for supporting all EHS activities at our sites including monitoring EHS objectives and targets, internal reporting of EHS department performance and ensuring our EHS programs, policies and procedures are implemented and sustained. The EHS Specialist will also ensure compliance with local, State and Federal regulatory requirements and support a strong safety culture that engages all employees throughout our sites. This EHS Specialist position is required to work 1st shift (Monday-Thursday, 6am EST-4:30pm EST.)

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study preferred
5+ years of experience as an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Due to the sensitivity of this role and associated federal requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens (non-dual citizenship) and able to obtain and maintain U.S. Navy badging credentials as a condition of employment.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a motor vehicle record (MVR) that meets Rhoads Industries’ insurance eligibility standards.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification required.
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (or ability to obtain within a designated timeframe); EMT certification preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and related software applications.
Ability to influence, engage, and foster relationships with employees at all levels to drive safety awareness, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Self-motivated and proactive EHS Specialist with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.
Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear direction and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated experience with OSHA compliance, safety auditing, and risk management practices.
Ability to evaluate, analyze, and communicate safety issues in coordination with the Director of Risk Management, Director of Safety, craft personnel, and EHS team members.
Willingness to learn and interpret job safety requirements based on project bid specifications and operational needs.
Monitor, review, and execute the Rhoads Industries OSHA Plan while continuously educating employees on program requirements and expectations.
Review and update Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to ensure accuracy and ongoing compliance with safety standards.
Evaluate all Project Work Plans for safety and regulatory compliance.
Develop, compose, and track implementation of Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs) for Rhoads Industries facilities and project worksites.
Conduct regular site visits to review JHAs, verify documentation, and ensure adherence to safety policies, with a focus on high-priority and large-scope job locations.
Implement and support safety training programs to ensure compliance with the Rhoads Industries OSHA Plan and promote a strong safety culture across all teams.
Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute to overall environmental, health, and safety performance goals.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study preferred
EMT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Interact with Rhoads team members on the production floor to identify hazards, assist with corrective actions, mentor and instruct on best practices and foster a positive relationship that encourages a best-in-class safety culture.
Support and conduct safety & health inspections by completing audits, initiating corrective actions for identified findings, assisting with closing action items, and assessing preventative measures within all site departments.
Apply the Company’s incident/accident prevention program.
Investigate all incidents/accidents, identify root causes, and ensure corrective actions are implemented according to regulatory and site EHS requirements.
Support the Director of Safety, Director of Risk Management and EHS Specialists in maintaining a coordinated injury abatement program through the development, engagement, and tracking of leading and lagging indicators relevant to EHS performance.
Conduct safety training to include classroom and on-the-job training (OJT’s) for Rhoads Industries employees and subcontractors utilizing approved training materials.
Research and suggest training content relevant to Rhoads Industries’ scope of work.
Review new work processes, customer facilities and projects, including equipment plans, to ensure proper safety and health controls have been fully considered and incorporated.
Verify and maintain all OSHA and other regulatory documentation to include incident/accident reports, equipment inspection reports, training records and other related safety documentation.
Ability to read, understand & interpret OSHA 1910, 1915 & 1926 Standards and US Army Corp of Engineers EM385 to ensure compliance with present and future OSHA laws, rules, regulations, standards, and policies.
Serve as a member of the Rhoads Industries Safety Committee.
Maintain confidentiality with all investigations and medical records.
Able to take instruction, display knowledge of the work being performed and be able to retain and apply skills taught.
Liaise with Rhoads Industries contracted Occupational Medicine Services Provider with all medical matters to assure Rhoads Industries CEO and Business Line Managers are aware of the status of all OCCMED matters that affect the employees assigned to their Business Line.
Make suggestions and recommendations to project supervisors to enhance our safety culture.
Plan the direction, oversight, control, and execution of safety measures to ensure industrial hygiene and other related tasks are performed safely to minimize the exposure of hazards to site personnel.
Champion and lead projects designed to improve our EHS program in conjunction with reducing risks to achieve Rhoads Industries business sustainability objectives.
Additional duties as assigned.