EHS Advisor

SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, a 401k with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

SMG seeks an EHS Advisor - Owner's Rep in the San Francisco Bay Area.

The EHS Advisor will support the EHS team in overseeing contractor and employee safety during upcoming projects at Bay Area sites. They will serve as the Owner’s representative throughout renovations, decommissioning activities, and the relocation of operations within and between the sites.

Overview of Job Responsibilities:

• Coaching contractors and employees on the proper execution of safety policies.
• Routine reviews of project permits and JHA practices. Work with the permit users to correct any deficiencies.
• Participate as necessary in pre-job safety reviews and daily safety planning
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard identification on high-risk activities.
• Benchmark with other organizations/clients to pull in best practices to support the development of a stronger Safety Management System.
• Serve as a liaison between stakeholders and contractors to support open communication during project execution.
• Partner with all General Contractors and the Project Team to help ensure proper implementation of local/State/Federal safety requirements.
• Conduct safety observations and verify appropriate corrective actions are established by GC to correct all unsafe conditions or practices.
• Keep stakeholders informed of the safety performance of the contractors working on the project.
• Facilitate Incident Reporting Procedures.
• Become a Subject Matter Expert on the Bay Area policies and provide coaching to Project Management members and contractors on policies and OSHA interpretation.
• Work with the EHS Team to provide safety data analysis on project activity (leading and lagging indicators)
• Look for continuous improvement opportunities within the program

Requirements

• 7 years of previous experience with Pharma, Labs, Risk Assessment, or Construction preferred
• Bachelor's degree in safety or a related field

Physical Demands of the job may include:

• Moving long distances
• Ascending/Descending stairs and ladders
• Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period
• Working in extreme weather
• Being exposed to loud noises
• Wearing personal protective gear correctly

Join an elite group of Safety Professionals!

Safety Management Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.