QHSE Professional- (LATAM focused) Bilingual Spanish/English

Avetta, LLC

11d•$46,500 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) Professional supports Avetta clients and contractor/supplier members throughout the pre-qualification and audit process through review, verification, and coaching of QHSE Programs, Procedures, and Requirements. The QHSE Associate has no supervisory responsibilities and requires being fluent in both Spanish and English; safety audit experience in LATAM countries is essential for this role. If residing within commutable distance to one of our offices, a hybrid schedule would be required(3 days in office, 2 days work from home). Candidates within commutable distance are preferred, but those outside of an office area may be considered on a remote basis.

Requirements

Fluent in both Spanish and English
Safety audit experience in LATAM countries is essential
Cognitive skills with the ability to be trained to effectively interpret and make decisions based on regulatory Latin America Countries Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations (Such as: STPS Norma Official Mexicana, SRT and ART for Argentina, and similar Department of labor regulations)
Excellent knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other Regulatory Agencies (EPA, MSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, ANSI, ISO, etc.)
Industry & Field HSE Experience
Bi-lingual proficiency (Spanish) is required
Working PC knowledge, windows preferred and related applications
Interpersonal skills
Problem analysis and problem-solving
Attention to detail and accuracy
Adaptability
Self-Motivated
Ability to integrate and communicate information on a one-on-one basis as well as in group situations
Ability to read and interpret financial and statistical data, information and documents
Ability to interact with staff, members, and others encountered in the course of performing daily work
Ability to learn and apply new information or skills
Ability to work under intensive deadlines

Nice To Haves

HSE Auditing experience a plus
An affinity for learning online software systems
Excellent time management skills
Excellent Professional communication skills – both written and oral
Knowledge in the area of sales, customer service and business development in order to integrate concepts and theories
Ability for conceptual thinking and working knowledge of other major areas of the Company
Ability to provide effective leadership and guidance to staff

Responsibilities

Conduct Desktop Safety Program (Manual Audit), Implementation, & Field QHSE Audits/Assessments where a review of a company’s QHSE programs, procedures, training documentation, or field execution of protocols is reviewed
Gap assess contractor/supplier HSE management systems, programs, procedures and protocols based on services provided
Apply general risk and hazard assessment methodology across a variety of industries that Avetta will service (e.g., Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Industrial, Communications, Facility Management, Construction, Mining, Aviation, Transportation, Marine/Maritime Operations, and Rail)
Assist contractors/suppliers with closing gaps or deficiencies identified within the audit
Ability to coach contractor/supplier with developing policies/procedures based on regulatory requirements
Respond promptly to customer inquiries
Handle and resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally
Perform customer safety exposure and hazard verifications
Manage customers' accounts
Record details of inquiries, comments and complaints
Record details of actions taken
Communicate and coordinate with internal departments
Follow up on customer interactions
Must have reliable transportation
Travel associated with this position can be expected between 25-30% depending on Client Demand/Departmental needs
Reliable and predictive attendance
Performs other duties as assigned.
May be required to attend training, meetings, or seminars.
Required to travel in the event of implementation and field work