Specialist, EH&S Programs, Business Engagement and Training

McKesson•Richmond, VA

55d•$83,600 - $139,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialist, EH&S Business Engagement & Training serves as a key liaison between the Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) function and business teams across the organization, helping translate enterprise EH&S objectives into practical, engaging, and effective programs. Working with limited supervision, this role partners closely with operations leaders, on-site operations teams, and employees to drive awareness, understanding, and adoption of EH&S initiatives that strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and support a positive safety culture within the company. The Specialist builds trusted relationships across the business to understand operational needs, gather feedback, and help ensure EH&S programs align with day-to-day business priorities. A primary focus of the role is the development, coordination, delivery, and continuous improvement of EH&S training, communications, and engagement programs. The Specialist drives the creation of learning content, awareness campaigns, and employee-facing resources that promote safe work practices and strengthen employee participation in EH&S initiatives. The role also leads and supports program implementations, process improvements, while leveraging stakeholder feedback, performance metrics, and operational insights to improve program effectiveness and employee experience.

Requirements

Degree or equivalent and requires 4+ years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related discipline preferred
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and general industry safety requirements, including: Hazard Communication (HazCom), Powered Industrial Truck (forklift) safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Walking-working surfaces and fall prevention, Injury and illness recordkeeping
Knowledge of distribution center and logistics safety practices, including: Material handling and ergonomics, Dock and pedestrian safety, Contractor safety, Injury prevention and risk reduction
Knowledge of EH&S program management principles, including: Hazard identification and risk assessment, Incident investigation and corrective actions, Safety culture and employee engagement, Continuous improvement methodologies
Experience developing and delivering employee training, communications, awareness campaigns, and engagement programs
Familiarity with EH&S management systems and technology platforms (e.g., Intelex) and the use of data analytics to measure program effectiveness
Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation, communication, and change management skills
Ability to interpret and apply EH&S regulations, standards, and company policies across a multi-site operational environment

Responsibilities

Partner with business leaders, site leadership, and operational teams to promote adoption of EH&S programs, strengthen employee engagement, and foster a positive safety culture
Develop, coordinate, and deliver EH&S training, educational materials, communications, and awareness campaigns that enhance employee knowledge, regulatory compliance, and safe work practices
Assess training effectiveness and program engagement through feedback, participation metrics, and operational performance data; recommend and implement improvements to increase impact and business value
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of enterprise EH&S programs, policies, standards, and initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify EH&S risks, emerging trends, and training needs, and support the development of practical solutions that improve employee safety and organizational performance
Support program adoption efforts by developing communication, engagement, and training strategies that help employees and leaders successfully implement EH&S initiatives