Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant (Field Based)

ERM•Walnut Creek, CA

11d•$78,240 - $98,577•Onsite

About The Position

ERM is hiring a hands-on, field-based Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant to provide onsite support to a key technology client in Sunnyvale, California. This full-time role is limited-term for one year and may be extended. The consultant will support EHS compliance and performance through audits, training, field coaching, assessments, technical assistance, and development and implementation of EHS procedures and plans. The role includes work related to research and development laboratory safety, chemical safety, machine guarding, laser and robotics safety, hazardous materials, waste management, environmental reporting, and contractor safety management. The anticipated annual base pay is $78,240–$98,577, with actual pay depending on factors including education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. The role may be eligible for discretionary bonus pay, subject to ERM policies; casual and fixed-term/flex-force employees are not bonus eligible. Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

At least 2 years of applicable experience providing EHS support, with an emphasis on health and safety.
Effective written and verbal communication, organization, and analytical skills.
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handle multiple assignments, meet strict deadlines, and reprioritize tasks as needed.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, occupational health and safety, or a related discipline is preferred.
Experience recording and writing detailed technical data and reports is a plus.
Experience developing and supporting implementation of Cal/OSHA requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Job Hazard Analyses/Risk Assessments, Emergency Response Plans, Behavioral Safety Programs, and Contractor Safety Management.
Familiarity with research laboratory safety requirements; hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, and electronic waste management; environmental reporting (HMBPs); and chemical safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform compliance audits to assess client compliance with applicable health and safety or environmental regulatory requirements, client standards, or management systems.
Support clients’ efforts to improve safety performance through training, field coaching, and targeted EHS assessments.
Identify follow-up corrective actions to close audit findings.
Provide technical assistance on EHS compliance and management system projects, including R&D laboratory safety, chemical safety, machine guarding, laser safety, robotics safety, hazardous materials use, storage and waste, and EHS auditing.
Develop and implement EHS compliance procedures, plans, permits, and reports.
Manage tasks within assigned scope, budget, and schedule, and ensure the quality of project deliverables.
Build client relationships and encourage repeat business by striving to exceed client expectations.
Support ERM Partners and Project Managers in managing and delivering projects.
Build collaborative relationships with other ERM employees.