Boston, USA
71 days ago
EHS Specialist
Title: EHS Specialist
Location: Boston, MA

Position summary: This is an EHS support role based primarily in Boston, MA. It will focus on supporting the US business. This role will require 20% travel.
This position will provide support to the EHS management team in the US, independently drafting environmental regulatory correspondence and monitoring compliance metrics for all Primark facilities.
Reports to: EHS Country Manager US

Key Responsibilities:Independently drafting environmental regulatory correspondence and monitoring compliance metrics for all Primark facilities. Assisting in the development and implementation of environmental and health & safety compliance programs for all Primark facilities.Interact with business partners to ensure all EHS retail needs are achieved, as well as assist in the research of regulatory requirements and initiate steps to determine applicability.Assist the Country Manager in managing the internal task management filings for all regulatory required actions and injury investigations and will have an in-depth knowledge of major federal and state environmental regulations. Monitor regulatory notices, participate in program enhancements with all EHS OPS Leads, and manage all OSHA regulatory reporting utilizing the Sentry Insurance platform.Escalate issues to the Country Manager as needed (including regulatory response strategies).Routinely support environmental programs by providing field assistance to all Primark facilities and field colleagues.Relationships:Build relations with regulatory and government bodies as well as industry bodies.Develop key relationships with Retail Store Management, Area Managers, P&C, Store Development, FM, Learning & Development, Retail teams, and Legal teams.Work closely and support all other central functions as required on minimum EHS Standards; P&C, Store Development, FM, Learning & Development and Legal teams.Legislation:Ensure legislation is monitored for possible application to company practices. Keep Senior management informed and develop programs to address regulations and ensure legal compliance.Work with EHS Country Manager to update the Legal Register.Develop knowledge requirements on workers compensation requirements for area and market.Have a thorough and detailed working knowledge of relevant local state, OSHA legislation and guidance.Produce and update policy proposals and procedural amendments as required due to new practice or changes in legislation, best practice, or legal advice.Education:Bachelor’s Degree – Safety Management, Environmental Safety, or similar field, or equivalent experienceASP or CSP certification preferred.Excellent knowledge of conducting OSHA investigations and required deadlines of complaints.Working knowledge of Safety Management software.Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience:Have a thorough and detailed working knowledge of relevant current federal and state EHS legislation and advice.Have 3+ years’ experience in Environmental Health and Safety.Retail or Fast-Moving Consumable Goods experience is a plus.Thorough knowledge of, and ability to advise upon, environmental, health & safety matters, risk management and legislation, with substantial demonstrable experience of personal involvement in the management of EHS within a diverse fast paced work environment.Evidence of strong interpersonal skills to establish credibility with colleagues and senior management and to foster effective working relations with a wide range of senior internal and external contacts.Results orientated with a strong focus on the delivery of objectives, including an ability to provide creative and innovative solutions based on a sound understanding of business requirements.Primark is an equal opportunity employer. Primark does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Primark is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please email USACareers@primark.com with your request. This email is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
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