Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

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Intro:

Since 1963, Sheakley has been a leader in safety management outsourcing. We're on the hunt for an experienced Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (EHS) in Newbury Park, CA. If you're a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in environmental sciences, apply today to make a lasting impact.

Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Location: Newbury Park, CA
Duration: 2 Months (Immediate Start)
Type: 1099 Contractor

Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: $60/hr
• Pay: Weekly

Schedule:

• Hours: Monday to Friday (40 hrs/week)

Project Scope:
Environmental safety manager EHS support including stormwater, industrial wastewater, air, and related regulatory permitting
HAZMAT
Air Monitoring
Ground/Soil monitoring
Environmental waste removal
Earth remediation

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3+ years in environmental health and safety.
• Certifications: Must have experience with stormwater, wastewater, air monitoring, and environmental permitting

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct project safety inspections and employee orientations.
• Provide safety training as needed.
• Monitor worksite employees and enforce safety practices.
• Review and manage safety-related documentation.
• Perform additional EHS-related tasks as required.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct project safety inspections and employee orientations.
• Provide safety training as needed.
• Monitor worksite employees and enforce safety practices.
• Review and manage safety-related documentation.
• Perform additional EHS-related tasks as required.

Knowledge: Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, EHS standards, and manufacturing safety practices (e.g., machine guarding, LOTO, PPE, materials handling).

Skills:

• Excellent public speaking and communication abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and multitasking.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience with OSHA outreach training is a plus.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Work Environment:
Primarily in warehouse, clinical, manufacturing, and construction settings. May require after-hours work or occasional weekends in response to emergencies.

Equal Opportunity:
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.