ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER 90028
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER
Corporate Operations - Human Resources and Office Support
Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States
Think Cosmopolitan, founded by Romain Dubus, is a rapidly expanding company that integrates innovative ventures in hospitality, real estate, e-commerce, and beyond to inspire individuals from all backgrounds to enhance their surroundings and create lasting value. All our operations are strategically aligned to fund the Mars Project, our ambitious initiative to develop sustainable human habitats on Mars by the late 2020s.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement and maintain site specific safety policies and programs including: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations
Develop, implement and maintain safety contingency plans (fires, spills, etc.)
Develop, implement and maintain occupational safety & health programs per regulatory requirements
Consult with site management to develop, determine implementation schedule, and operational requirements related to the site specific safety policies
Develop a proactive approach and plan to preventing and solving workplace safety issues
Complete job hazard analysis and personal protective equipment (PPE) assessments
Provide regulatory guidance and safety support for site hazardous operations, working at heights (fall protection), Process Safety Management (PSM), energized electrical work
Review operational and infrastructure designs to identify occupational safety & health requirements
Develop and implement field monitoring of employee, recommend process and product safety features that will reduce employees’ exposure to chemical, physical work hazards
Perform safety compliance and due diligence audits which will consider facilities, machinery, and safety equipment. All safety programs will be reviewed during these audits including but not limited to: personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, fall protection, lock out/tag out, and hearing conservation
Develop and implement a corrective action system for deficiencies identified during due diligence audits
In collaboration with management and EHS staff, develop and implement reasonable disciplinary measures for employees that are not following site safety policies
Complete and maintain all required safety logs and reports, submit reports of performance as requested
Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures. Report findings to management as appropriate and track documented corrective actions
Purchase and maintain site personal protective equipment
Develop, implement, and maintain site specific environmental policies and programs: Assist in hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, including waste characterization, profiling, documenting, reporting, and disposal coordination
Respond to and document spills as required by the Spill Prevention Control Countermeasures (SPCC) plan
Develop and submit permits and perform inspections, monitoring and reporting as required by local, state, and federal environmental regulations
Assist in the performance of inspections, monitoring, and reporting as required by local/state and federal air quality regulations
Perform environmental compliance and due diligence audits periodically which will include but not limited to: Air, Wastewater, Storm water, and Hazardous Waste/Materials Management programs
In collaboration with management and EHS staff, develop and implement a corrective action implementation program in order to ensure that any deficiencies identified during the audits or daily operations are addressed in a timely manner
Assist in environmental mitigation efforts as required by regulations or agreement
Assist in the review and interpretation of new and proposed environmental laws and regulations, and provide input regarding applicability and implementation
Develop community relationships with local, state, and federal entities such as: police departments, police chiefs, emergency medical teams, and city officials
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Must have 3+ years of experience in the design, development, and general operational oversight of environmental, health, and safety disciplines
Preferred Skills and Experience
Demonstrated knowledge in interpreting and applying Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s)
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state and local safety in transportation and environmental regulations
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of environmental hazards and safety disciplines with experience in safety, environmental compliance and industrial hygiene
Knowledge of specific federal and state environmental laws and regulations. Relevant regulatory regulations and agencies in: 29 CRF 1910, 40 CRF, OSHA, EPA, CEPA, EPCRA/CERCLA
Strong organizational and communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Intermediate skills in Windows, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Additional Requirements
The ability to work in a high-concentration and high-stress environment
Willing to work significant overtime when needed
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Think Cosmopolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Think Cosmopolitan is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Think Cosmopolitan’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department via email at hr@thinkcosmopolitan.com.
Please send all applications to info@thinkcosmopolitan.com with the subject "Employment Application".