EHS Compliance Specialist - Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc

Ergon has a current opening for an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Compliance Specialist that is responsible for communicating and assisting with regional implementation of EHS compliance programs in order to help Ergon build a world class safety & health culture and one that complies with all environmental regulatory requirements.

This position will be based out of Austin, TX, but the candidate selected for this position could reside and work remotely within the assigned territory.

We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon, Inc. is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned with locations throughout the world, but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small company feel.

EHS Compliance Specialist Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Safety or other technical degree
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and industry standards and best practices
• Proven strong planning, organization and prioritization skills
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Demonstrated strong leadership, consultative, and influencing skills
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and solid analytical/problem solving skills
• Able to travel extensively (estimated 65%)

One or more professional certifications including: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Professional Engineer (P.E.), and Certified Protection Professional (CPP) are preferred.

EHS Compliance Specialist Responsibilities:

• Supports and promotes safe and healthy work practices and helps meet environmental commitments in alignment with company programs, policies, and initiatives
• Provides EHS leadership to company locations in area of responsibility
• Helps business units implement environmental programs and for all environmental media - e.g., air, water, wastewater, storm water, solid and hazardous waste
• Inspects facilities to detect existing or potential EHS hazards. Works with supported facilities to determine corrective or preventive measures, where indicated and monitors the status of corrective action implementation
• Coordinate with Ergon Corporate EHS, Business Unit Management, and facilities to ensure events are reported, investigated, and effective corrective actions taken
• Support Business Unit Management during Ergon Corporate EHS Root Cause Investigations
• Trains and coaches facility management and employees regarding EHS responsibilities and requirements
• Consolidate and report EHS metrics and goals for regional plants on a routine basis
• Drive employee involvement and ownership in EHS activities

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package for our operators: 401(k) Matching, Health, Life, Long-term Disability, Dental and Vision, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Assistance and Profit Sharing.

Ergon is an EEO/AAP Employer.

Employment offer is contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.