Environment and Sustainability Specialist

Job Description

W.R Grace is seeking a Environment and Sustainability Specialist to join our Manufacturing Team based in Kuantan,Pahang. This role reports to EH&SQ Manager.   

Environment and Sustainability Specialist is a qualified expert with an excellent understanding of environmental and natural sciences. Demonstrate outstanding communication skills, with an attitude to understand and interpret data and to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to hazardous environments.

Responsibilities

• Upkeep with local, state and federal environmental regulations & compliance.
• Review and update EHS Policy with committee member & management.
• Develop and enforce environmental guidelines and practices.
•  Review and recommend improvements to existing environmental programs for compliance assurance.
• To assist any officer in carrying made by the employer or any person in charge of the place of work on any matters pertaining to environmental.
• Generate environmental reports as requested by regulatory agencies.
• Provide guidance and direction to management for ensuring environmental compliance.
•  Prepare permit applications and agreements as needed by regulatory agencies.
• Obtain, maintain, modify and renew environmental permits and licenses.
•  Work with emergency response team to address environmental incidents such as chemical leaks and spills.
•  Identify and solve any real/potential environmental violations.
•  Conduct and review aspect impact assessment
• To investigate any accident, near miss, unplanned release and occupational poisoning and occupational disease that occur in the workplace
• Involve in management of change (MOC) process as EHS representative
• Collect & Compile Sustainability data. 
• Conduct regular environmental inspections to determine pollution level.
• Investigate environmental incidents and propose corrective actions.
• Accountable as COMPETENT PERSON for Environmental Compliance Requirement ie Schedule/Non Schedule Waste, Industrial Effluent, Scrubber Operation, Bag Filter Operation.
•  Maintain Environmental measurement and monitoring program.
•  Maintain inventory control and oversee transportation arrangements for waste disposal .
• Oversee waste disposal and pollution control programs. 
• Educate workers on environmental health and safety procedures.
•  Assist development and maintain ISO 45001 & 14001 documentation
•  Assist development Responsible Care Code
•  As COMPETENT PERSON for Industrial Hygiene Assessor , to maintain, monitor and evaluate the Environmental and Occupational Hygiene program.
• To analyze data from accident, near miss, unplanned release and occupational poisoning and occupational disease that occur in the workplace
• Organize EHS awareness program and activities 
• Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data related to occupational illnesses and
  accidents

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or relevant field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer proficiency (MS Word, Power Point, Excel)
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, interpretations, and health and safety programs
• Aptitude to solve problems quickly with advanced conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding analytical abilities.
• DOE competency is advantage

Benefits

• Medical Insurance and Dental/Vision Benefits 
• Life Insurance and Disability
• 13 Month Guaranteed Pay
• Paid Vacation and Holidays