Environmental Health and Safety Specialist III

Blue Origin•Van Horn, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of Blue Origin’s EHS team, the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist III provides technical expertise and supports implementation of Environmental, Health and Safety programs. The specialist implements policy by managing programs and working with Blue Origin team members to promote awareness and participation. Approximately 50% of the role is spent in the field conducting observations, delivering face-to-face life-critical training, and reporting deficiencies. The role serves as a subject matter expert for EHS programs, participates in incident investigations, and may implement corrective actions within their area of expertise. It also includes providing daily direction and mentorship to subsequent EHS technicians and helping maintain a culture of accountability, discipline, and attention to detail. This is an onsite role supporting the West Texas Launch Site, with no remote work. Various shifts are available, including 5-2 and 8-6, and flexibility is required to support business needs. Limited travel is required. The role requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and eligibility to meet the stated U.S. work authorization requirements.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in operational EHS roles.
Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
Knowledge of incident investigation techniques.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and support a culture of inclusion.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Flexibility to support business needs across available shifts.

Nice To Haves

10 years of experience in safety or environmental roles.
Knowledge of Texas state safety and environmental regulations.
HAZMAT and/or emergency response team experience.

Responsibilities

Assist EHS Engineering staff with on-site compliance at the West Texas Launch Site.
Provide subject matter expert support for EHS programs, such as crane safety, powered industrial trucks (PIT), and fall protection.
Support cross-location, team-based projects.
Conduct in-field waste disposal and remediation work, including hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Conduct local compliance audits to ensure adherence to the Blue Origin Health and Safety Manual.
Execute emergency response plans.
Indoctrinate in-field employees and contractors on the Safety Program.
Assist with investigations of injuries, illnesses, and near misses.
Serve as the site focal point for safety issues and concerns.
Provide personal protective equipment mentoring as required by job hazard analysis documents.
Support development of job hazard analyses and perform periodic audits of Safety Programs.
Provide daily direction and mentorship to subsequent EHS technicians as needed.
Conduct field observations and face-to-face life-critical training, and report deficiencies as needed.
Implement corrective actions related to the specialist’s area of expertise as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability.
401(k) with company match of up to 5%.
Education Support Program.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Depending on role type and job level, potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions, company results, or other factors; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.