Projects and Services EHS Engineer for LATAM

Job title: Projects and Services EHS Engineer for LATAM

Company: General Electric

Job description: Job Description SummaryJob DescriptionRole:The EHS Engineer for Projects and Services is responsible for providing day-to-day EHS support for site activities (service and large project work) across all Hydro in LATAM.Key responsibilities/essential functions include:You will have the following responsibilities:

• Develop strong working relationship with operational and project managers in the region to drive the expected EHS culture across all operations.
• Act as support liaison for all sites in helping comply with regulatory requirements. Ensure all operations are carried out in compliance with applicable regulatory and GE requirements. Understand EHS contractual requirements.
• Conduct Site kick-off EHS visit to check site EHS conditions and coach the site team as needed in site EHS plan implementation.
• Conduct regular inspections of sites, workshops, and offices to ensure safety rules and procedures are followed.
• Conduct deep audits in line with the business audit plan, with rigor and consistency, to identify deficiencies and drive improvements in the management of EHS.
• Support EHS management of chemicals for Hydro P&S LATAM: conduct approval of new chemicals, manage the chemistry Safety Data Sheet databank, etc.
• Support the business in driving continuous improvement in EHS programs, and the way they are implemented across sites.
• Review, analyze,and evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs and recommend necessary improvements. Support the region in maintaining accreditation across assigned sites.
• Identify, support the hiring of, then manage and develop site based EHS staffing for sites assigned to them.
• Drive increased use of digital programs and tools across assigned sites, aligned with Hydro Global.
• Conduct ITO reviews and assess EHS requirements and risks, as requested, to support the business in gaining orders.
• Conduct investigations and analyses of all accidents or hazardous situations. Identify trends and causes, as well as follow up on corrective and preventative actions.
• Deliver EHS training to assigned site population as required.
• Ensure all internal and external EHS reporting is completed on time and with accuracy.
• This list is not exhaustive of EHS requirements only main job tasks identified

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years EHS experience, with exposure to several EHS areas in a Projects or Services environment
• Knowledge of Hydro and Energy business.
• Knowledge of Latin America EHS legislation

• Ability to travel up to 70%, as required
• Proven track record working and managing field service sites
• Fluent both in Portuguese & English; Spanish recommended

Desired Characteristics

• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple issues with competing priorities
• High energy, self-starter
• Practical experience in risk elimination and project management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No

Expected salary:

Location: Taubaté – SP

Job date: Sun, 17 Mar 2024 04:12:30 GMT

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