EHS Specialist

The Environmental Health Specialist will be a critical part of the Environmental Operations team, reporting to the Environmental Manager. In this role you will act as a primary contact and advisor to Terminal Management as it relates to implementation of EHS policies and procedures. The EHS will communicate EHS objectives, programs and necessary information and coordinate terminal-level EHS events. This position will provide feedback on effectiveness of EHS Program components and areas for improvement, based on interaction with terminal personnel and field-level implementation of EHS procedures.

For over 75 years, Global Partners has been delivering the energy, products, and services that make life better. We’ve also successfully developed community integrated convenience stores where we are transforming the customer experience and rethinking what it means to lead as an adaptive energy distribution company. This is a source of pride and frankly we don’t plan on stopping. With our recent game changers such as Alltown FreshGourmet Market and Renewable Diesel Fuel, we are looking to continue responsible and innovative growth. From design, supply, and tech we’re looking for people to contribute to our company’s direction. Global Partners is a great opportunity for those looking to develop their career with a longstanding company motivated by what’s next.

The Types of “Energy” You Bring

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and like to take initiative

“Gauges” of Responsibility

Health & Safety

• Implement required health and safety programs at the facility level. Assist facility manager in successful implementation.
• Conduct or coordinate instructor-led on-site education.
• Monitor the effectiveness of health and safety programs at the facility level through coaching / audit tools and corrective action tracking.
• Provide coaching to facility employees to improve health and safety performance.
• Coordinate and facilitate terminal safety meetings.
• Present at facility safety meetings upon request.
• Conduct EHS orientation for new terminal employees.
• Manage and monitor employee feedback programs at the facility level. Respond to workplace observations (i.e., hazard or near miss reports), communicate status and feedback.
• Gather necessary health and safety information from facilities to help develop, revise or improve workplace safety programs. Provide feedback to technical leaders.
• Work with project managers to facilitate completion of projects through the Management of Change process.
• Review or revise facility-level health and safety assessments (e.g., Job hazard analyses, confined space, lockout / tagout, etc.)
• Conduct or coordinate annual chemical inventory and update facility Safety Data Sheet logs.
• Conduct or coordinate workplace health and safety exposure monitoring, when required.
• Observe, monitor and manage submittals for projects involving hazardous building materials such as lead based paint, mold or asbestos.
• Maintain portable air monitoring equipment upon request.
• Assist in successful development of health and safety programs with the Director of Health and Safety.
• Participate in incident investigations upon request.

Environmental

• Provide site support for required environmental programs at the facility level. Assist facility manager in successful implementation.
• Collect and provide facility data to 3rd party consultants for completion of regulatory submittals.
• Monitor Environmental Management Information Systems.

Emergency and Spill Prevention Planning

• Identify any needed changes to information contained within individual terminal emergency and spill prevention plans (SPCC, FRP, ERAP, SWPPP, etc.).
• Draft changes for Environmental Director and Terminal Operations review.
• Distribute updated plans internally and externally when finalized.

Training

• Track emergency drill requirements and work with Terminal Managers, Environmental Director and outside training facilitators to comply with annual drill and exercise requirements.
• Coordinate Annual HAZWOPER refresher with Terminal Managers, Health and Safety Director and outside training facilitators.
• Manage new employee training process with new terminal employees.

“Fuel” for You

• Coins! We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth. We mean it! We have an amazing Talent Development Team who create trainings for growth and job development.
• Health Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.
• The Road Ahead – We offer 401k and a match component!
• Professional Development - We provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.
• Give Back! We believe in community support. We know everyone gives in their own way, that’s why we offer paid volunteer time-off to you to help an organization of your choice.

The GPS of our Interview Process

• First thing first, if you’re interested in the role, please apply.
• A talent acquisition team member will review your resume in partnership with the hiring manager. If your experience would lend to this opportunity a recruiter will contact you.
• We conduct “in-person” (ZOOM) interviews and provide additional interview information or other items needed at that time.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate degree in safety studies, environmental, engineering or similar technical degree. BA or BS degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant EHS experience preferred.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Extensive familiarity with MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a keen desire to collaborate with stakeholders. Ability to create a positive influence for change.
• Able to independently function well and manage multiples ongoing activities.
• Overnight travel may be required at times.
• Portray a positive image of the company at all times.
• Available 7 days per week and off hours for emergency response

Education Requirement

• Minimum Associates degree in safety studies, environmental, engineering or similar technical degree. BA or BS degree preferred.

Research shows that many, especially women and marginalized people, are hesitant to apply for job if they don’t check every box. If you are excited about this position, and think you could have an impact here, please apply anyway, even if you don’t meet every point on the job description. We’d love to hear from you. ​Global is committed to attracting, developing and retaining a highly qualified, diverse and dedicated work force and maintains a zero-tolerance policy with respect to discrimination in its workplace. We consider applications for all positions without regard to age, ancestry, race, gender, color, religion or creed, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, prior record of arrest or conviction, unemployment status or any other classification or status protected by applicable state, local or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-891-4000.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: On the road