AltaGas - EHS Specialist

AltaGas Ltd. • Blythe, CA

3d • $89,800 - $110,600 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead the EHS path at our Blythe plant. We are seeking a highly motivated Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist for a newly created, independent role that offers significant autonomy and impact. As the site’s EHS Specialist, you will take ownership of all environmental, health, and safety functions - paving the way for a strong, proactive safety culture and advancing programs that support our guiding value of Safety. You’ll have the freedom to refine programs, mature processes, and collaborate across the facility to strengthen regulatory compliance and foster a thriving safety mindset. In this role, you will manage all aspects of EHS compliance, develop and implement safety programs, support regulatory reporting, conduct assessments, lead cultural safety initiatives, and partner with teams to ensure a safe, reliable operating environment. This position is ideal for someone energized by building, improving, collaborating, and serving as a key driver of safety excellence.

Requirements

• 3-10 years of EHS experience, ideally in power generation or heavy manufacturing
• Strong understanding of EPA, OSHA, and environmental regulations
• Ability to foster a positive work environment and uphold safety and ethical standards
• Ability to work in a power plant environment, including climbing, confined spaces, PPE use, and varied weather conditions
• Willingness to support on‑call needs during outages or incidents
• High school diploma required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Preferred certifications: CSP, CIH, or ASP

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with EPA, OSHA, NERC, and state/local environmental permits (Title V, SWPP, SPCC)
• Prepare and submit environmental reports, including waste management and air emissions
• Maintain OSHA 300 logs and all required incident documentation
• Develop and implement safety programs such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, and Arc Flash Safety
• Conduct facility inspections, risk assessments, and behavior‑based safety observations
• Identify hazards and lead corrective and preventative actions
• Deliver safety orientations and specialized training for employees and contractors
• Lead safety committee meetings and promote a strong safety culture
• Conduct root‑cause investigations for accidents and near misses and recommend actions to prevent recurrence
• Lead the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and coordinate emergency drills
• Oversee contractor safety and ensure compliance with all site standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Plant Manager

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary range of $89,800 - $110,600 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills.
• In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED