Hsse Specialist

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What this job involves:

As an HSSE Specialist at JLL, you'll drive health, safety, security, and environmental excellence at our Client's Winooski, VT facility. You'll lead comprehensive HSSE management systems, ensure regulatory compliance, and serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by protecting people, safeguarding the environment, and contributing to JLL's reputation as an industry leader in facility management.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Program Management & Compliance

• Lead HSSE management systems at the Client site, working with JLL Site Team and Life Sciences HSSE team to establish, track, and achieve performance goals
• Monitor HSSE metrics and KPIs, developing strategic plans to meet or exceed targets
• Execute HSE plans, playbooks, and procedures while gathering data to support performance and compliance reporting

Inspections & Safety

• Conduct comprehensive safety inspections including stormwater, AEDs, SPCC, spill kits, and LOTO programs
• Perform specialized testing: ECD wipe tests, noise studies, fume hood performance testing, and ergonomic evaluations
• Evaluate hazards, manage high-risk work situations, and conduct Job Hazard Analyses

Incident Management & Training

• Oversee accident investigations with root cause analysis and ensure timely incident reporting with corrective actions
• Organize and track essential safety training: first aid/CPR, hazardous waste compliance, forklift operation, fire safety, and new hire orientation
• Direct HSSE Committees, conduct monthly Safety Council presentations, and coordinate NER evaluations

Environmental & Waste Management

• Manage compliant handling and manifesting of hazardous waste, e-waste, metal recycling, solid waste, and bio-waste
• Oversee SWPPP (stormwater pollution prevention) and compile air emission records
• Track permit payments and coordinate hazardous waste services

Documentation & Coordination

• Maintain comprehensive EHS documentation: inspection reports, manifests, medical clearances, audiograms, and training records
• Manage Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and serve as primary contact for vendors coordinating calibration, medical surveillance, industrial hygiene monitoring, and emergency drills
• Coordinate evacuation drills and maintain emergency preparedness systems

Culture & Partnership

• Develop and enforce HSSE policies while maintaining productive relationships with Client HSSE organization
• Implement contractor safety qualification programs and drive initiatives that strengthen the site's HSSE culture

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on HSSE compliance and management systems experience in facility operations
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations and related standards
• Demonstrated ability to conduct safety inspections, hazard evaluations, and root cause analysis
• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence across all organizational levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental science, or related field
• Experience in biopharmaceutical, research laboratory, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
• Professional safety certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or similar)
• Experience with hazardous waste management, contractor safety programs, and training program development
• Knowledge of fume hood testing, ergonomic evaluations, and specialized industrial hygiene assessments

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

70,000.00 - 80,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Winooski,VT

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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