HSE Environmental Coordinator

Description

SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, a 401 (k) with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

SMG is seeking a HSE Environmental Coordinator in Aiken, SC. Per diem is available for this role. 

The HSE Environmental Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the implementation of environmental compliance programs, permit requirements, corporate environmental policies, standards, procedures, and strategic environmental goals within their assigned region, plant, and project scope. 

 Additional Information

• SMG full-time, benefitted Associates are eligible for Premium Pay after working 40 billable hours for the week. Premium pay is at a 1.35 multiplier. 
• Per Diem is available for non-local candidates only. Per diem is $200/day for this project. 
• This projects anticpated duration is up to a year. Project may get extended. Anticipated schedule is Mon-Thursday, 40 plus hours per week. 
• $400 Road Warrior Benefit each month. 
• Annual pay/merit review/increase.

Job Overview  

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve site HSE and environmental management systems to ensure legal compliance and best-practice performance.
• Lead ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 implementation and maintenance, including internal auditing support and corrective/preventive action tracking.
• Oversee compliance with environmental regulations, including monitoring requirements, environmental impact evaluations, and management of waste, emissions, and other discharge controls.
• Conduct and document HSE inspections of facilities, machinery, and safety equipment; identify hazards and partner with leaders to implement effective controls.
• Lead or support environmental and safety incident/near-miss investigations (including interviews and reporting), develop recommendations, and monitor progress of improvement programs.
• Obtain, update, and maintain HSE plans, permits, and standard operating procedures for new builds and projects, ensuring timely reviews and regulatory applicability.
• Deliver and coordinate HSE training (including new-employee orientations) and provide clear presentations and materials to strengthen understanding, engagement, and compliance culture.
• Maintain and improve emergency response readiness and support Occupational Health programs (e.g., industrial hygiene, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, and ergonomics); provide technical support for remediation and special projects as required.
• Support projects related to new equipment, machinery, and test stands to evaluate their safety and environmental impacts and requirements.

Requirements

• 5 plus years of HSE Environmental experience 
• Bachelor's Degree required - EHS, Environmental Science, or other related field 
• Strong knowledge of health and safety laws, as well as the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances, including their uses, interactions, warning signs, production techniques, and disposal methods 
• Excellent ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to evaluate whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards for protecting the environment and people
• Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills, with good knowledge of manufacturing and production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing effective production
• Strong analytical ability alongside troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for highly complex issues, and good ability to interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others, complemented by strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel (approximately 20%), with flexibility regarding working hours. 

 Physical Demands of the job may include:

• Moving about long distances
• Ascending/Descending stairs and ladders
• Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period
• Working in extreme weather
• Being exposed to loud noises
• Wearing personal protective gear correctly

Join an elite group of Safety Professionals! Safety Management Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.