Environment, Health and Safety Advisor

Cardinal Health•Grand Prairie, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dallas-Fort Worth Environment, Health and Safety Advisor will report to the DFW Area EHS Manager. This position is responsible for developing and implementing EHS solutions in support of Cardinal Health assets in the DFW EHS area. These solutions are designed to manage, mitigate, and whenever possible, eliminate EHS risks to Cardinal Health employees, facilities, and the communities in which the company operates.

Requirements

4+ years of experience in related field
Understanding and experience in EHS Management Systems and their successful implementation
Strong substantive knowledge of regulations and guidance promulgated by Federal and State OSHA and EPA, as well as workers’ compensation requirements
Technical ability to work, collaborate and negotiate with government officials, consultants, and other third-party stakeholders
Requires up to 20% travel
Must have collaborative leadership skills to achieve desired results in a highly matrixed work environment
Fosters trust, confidence and followership
Dedicated to the principal of ethical behavior
Must be self-directed, and able to work productively on multiple initiatives simultaneously
Must have sound judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills, and not be afraid of rolling up the sleeves to deliver practical solutions
Must be able to clearly and succinctly communicate, market and sell value-added solutions
Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills
Must be creative in developing cost-effective, sensible solutions that deliver results
Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
Works on complex projects of large scope
Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
Completes work; independently receives general guidance on new projects
Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
Advanced degree and/or professional certification (CSP, CIH, CHMM, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with implementation of the global EHS strategy to mitigate risk to people, property, community, information and brand.
Partners with operation leaders to develop and execute site-specific annual EHS plans; standardize EHS programs; ensure critical information is communicated; and implement best practices.
Provides support and subject matter expertise for events (e.g., regulatory agency inquiries, natural disasters, business continuity, significant incidents, etc.).
Leads in the management of operation specific EHS hazard assessments and the development of risk mitigation plans.
Partners with operation leaders to ensure compliance with Company and regulatory requirements.
Analyzes key EHS metrics to assist operations in the construction and execution of continual improvement plans.
Assists leaders in identifying budgetary needs to address risk reduction and compliance assurance.
Ensures key performance metrics, including occupational injury/illness and environmental sustainability results are accurately reported and communicated.
Develops and maintains facility profiles.
Assists with the response to regulatory agency inquiries and reporting obligations.
Participates in assessments and audits.
Provides technical assistance and guidance in risk-related matters, including ergonomics, industrial hygiene, safety, environmental, incident investigation, business resiliency and occupational health processes.
Assists management teams in the investigation, notification and case management for occupational injury/illnesses.
Assists operations close out property/casualty recommendations from third parties such as FM Global.
Provides support in the development and implementation of business resiliency plans.
Provides EHS leadership during business continuity situations.
Educates and coaches management teams on their EHS roles and responsibilities.
Helps foster a diverse workforce.