Environment, Health and Safety Advisor

Cardinal Health•Grand Prairie, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Dallas-Fort Worth Environment, Health and Safety Advisor reports to the DFW Area EHS Manager and develops and implements EHS solutions for Cardinal Health assets in the DFW EHS area. The solutions are intended to manage, mitigate, and, whenever possible, eliminate EHS risks to employees, facilities, and the communities where the company operates. The role applies comprehensive EHS knowledge across complex projects, develops practical and innovative technical solutions, and works with general guidance on new projects. The Advisor partners with operations leaders, provides technical guidance, supports regulatory and incident-related matters, and helps implement continual improvement and business resiliency plans. The position requires up to 20% travel.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in a related field.
Understanding and experience with EHS management systems and their successful implementation.
Substantive knowledge of regulations and guidance promulgated by Federal and State OSHA and EPA, and workers’ compensation requirements.
Ability to work, collaborate, and negotiate with government officials, consultants, and other third-party stakeholders.
Collaborative leadership skills to achieve results in a highly matrixed work environment.
Ability to foster trust, confidence, and followership.
Commitment to ethical behavior.
Self-directed, productive management of multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Sound judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills, and willingness to deliver practical solutions.
Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly and to market and sell value-added solutions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop cost-effective, sensible solutions that deliver results.
Ability to travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
Advanced degree and/or professional certification such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementing the global EHS strategy to mitigate risks to people, property, community, information, and brand.
Partner with operations leaders to develop and execute site-specific annual EHS plans, standardize EHS programs, communicate critical information, and implement best practices.
Provide subject matter expertise and support for regulatory agency inquiries, natural disasters, business continuity, and significant incidents.
Lead operation-specific EHS hazard assessments and develop risk mitigation plans.
Partner with operations leaders to ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Analyze EHS metrics to assist operations with developing and executing continual improvement plans.
Assist leaders in identifying budgetary needs for risk reduction and compliance assurance.
Ensure accurate reporting and communication of performance metrics, including occupational injury and illness and environmental sustainability results.
Develop and maintain facility profiles.
Assist with regulatory agency inquiries and reporting obligations; participate in assessments and audits.
Provide technical guidance on ergonomics, industrial hygiene, safety, environmental matters, incident investigations, business resiliency, and occupational health processes.
Assist management teams with investigation, notification, and case management for occupational injuries and illnesses.
Assist operations in closing property and casualty recommendations from third parties such as FM Global.
Support the development and implementation of business resiliency plans and provide EHS leadership during business continuity situations.
Educate and coach management teams on their EHS roles and responsibilities.
Help foster a diverse workforce.