EHS Specialist (Job Number #7000027)

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know diverse backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Education and Experience
First level university degree in related science field recommended; advanced degree in related science field preferred.
Typically 6-10 years experience in a related field recommended.
National Certifications concerning Fire Prevention and workplace Health and Safety H&S 80 hours, Fire Prevention 40 hours,
Risk Elvaluator course 180-240 hours,
Civil Protection Course
Knowledge and Skills
Deep knowledge of legislation and the company regulations across multiple states, provinces, or countries.
Excellent technical abilities.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Strong ability to manage complex projects.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Strong strategic thinking, planning, and business acumen.
Strong ability to operate in complex, high stress environments.
Strong ability to provide guidance and direction to others.
Impact/Scope
Reports to MG1 or MG2.
Generally interacts with peers and up to MG3 (within and outside of EHS).
Sub-regional or regional geographic scope.

Responsible for the development, facilitation and implementation of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs for the company, with the objectives to proactively reduce risks and ensure compliance with regulations and prevent liabilities.
Works across the company and with the businesses/functions, and key suppliers/contractors to ensure implementation of an appropriate EHS management system (including ISO14001) and industry standards.
Tracks, reviews, consults and implements EHS regulations, promulgated by country, state/province and local regulatory authorities, such as OSHA, EPA, etc. for all work activities, including those at customer sites and mobile environments.
Communicates with and provides necessary reports to Country, State/Province and Local governmental agencies, as well as internal partners and customers. Supports and contributes to Global Citizenship Report and Mergers, Acquisitions, Divestitures and Outsourcing (MADO) activities and Social and Environmental Responsibility (SER) auditing program.
Directs and facilitates audits, identifies training needs, and leads efforts in preventative injury management, industrial hygiene, ergonomics and occupational health risks and environmental strategies. Performs financial and risk analysis and research, to determine strategies to implement programs such as emergency preparedness, chemical management, ergonomics, workers compensation case management, and remediation. Accountable for EHS costs, including forecasting and achieving budgets.
Performs functions requiring specialized skills in one or more areas such as safety engineering, health risk assessments, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, emerging technologies and environmental regulations.
May include specialized occupational health activities such as nursing and practicing medicine, including health surveillance and health promotion. Generally interacts with peers and up to MG2 (within and outside of EHS).
Management Level
Applies developed subject matter knowledge to solve common and complex business issues within established guidelines and recommends appropriate alternatives. Works on problems of diverse complexity and scope. May act as a team or project leader providing direction to team activities and facilitates information validation and team decision making process. Exercises independent judgment within generally defined policies and practices to identify and select a solution. Ability to handle most unique situations. May seek advice in order to make decisions on complex business issues.
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing complex projects covering the EHS portfolio over a sub-region.
Manages and performs the daily operations of projects, including: customer inquiries, program support, and communicating with local authorities.
Responsible for implementing training programs and communications to targeted employees.
Contributes to development of strategic training programs and leads implementation efforts.
Acts as a technical lead and mentor to EHS employees, affected employees, and other parties.
Manages multiple, complex projects to stay within budget.
Strategizes and plans EHS programs that apply to the company sub-regionally, regionally or globally; participates in strategic planning to align EHS programs with the company goals.
Interacts regularly with regional corporate management and management levels in different functions to discuss EHS strategies.
Respond to worker’s counsel requests/issues (in locations where required by law).
Implements moderately complex management systems.
Assures emergency response programs are in place and in compliance with legislation.