It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

How will you make a difference?

The Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist will lead Wabtec’s EHS programs for Wabtec Digital Intelligence business located in Jacksonville, Florida. The EHS Specialist ensures that the Business’s regional operations comply with local regulations, meet customer EHS requirements, and deliver EHS excellence. This expert will need deep knowledge of EHS regulations applicable to service operations. The EHS specialist is a recognized expert in identifying and eliminating or defending against many types of EHS risks, especially risks involved in working at customer sites and remote locations.

The Environment, Health and Safety Specialist will report to the Global EHS Leader based in the United States.

What do we want to know about you?

You must have:

Bachelor’s degree in an EHS-related discipline, or an electrical/mechanical degree with extended studies in an EHS-related discipline, from an accredited university; OR equivalent experience.

5+ years EHS professional experience in Wabtec or other international service company.

Regulatory EHS expertise.

Ability to travel up to 25% of work time.

Advanced computer skills.

What will your typical day look like?

In this role, you will Provide EHS support to DI Signaling & Systems business operations which includes the Wire Shop and field operations.

Establish, promote, and track implementation of the Wabtec EHS Management System Program.

Ensure the Business operations fully comply with local EHS regulations, conduct periodic EHS Regulatory Compliance self-assessments, identify gaps and corrective actions, lead efforts with management team to implement corrective actions to ensure full compliance of Wabtec in all African countries we operate

Establish and maintain a training program for Wabtec employees to ensure compliance with Wabtec and Regulatory EHS training requirements; verify the quality of the provided trainings and participate in the knowledge check committees. 

Establish/participate in operational rhythm with services/ops leaders and EHS operational rhythm with Business EHS team.

Proactively participate in planning for services meetings; identify EHS needs and assist the Service team to prepare personnel and equipment to be ready-to-service for the projects and services (it may include but not limited to personnel training, equipment inspection, agreement of roles and responsibilities internally and with Customer etc.);

Conduct periodic inspections and audits on Wabtec Customer/Partner sites to assess risks for Wabtec employees, identify corrective actions, lead efforts with management and Customers/Partners to implement corrective actions to ensure safe working environment of employees in remote locations

Provide operational assistance after any major health & safety event in the region including incident investigation and corrective action implementation

Initiate post- projects & services lessons learnt workout sessions internally and with Customer/Partner, identifies corrective actions, leads efforts with management and Customers/Partners to implement corrective actions

Create a positive EHS culture throughout the business in the Region, Initiates and manages programs and campaigns to increase EHS awareness and involvement of employees in the Region; promotes positive open transparent reporting by employees

Support all Business EHS regional demands as assigned.

Interface with the EHS Business Director and media experts to ensure consistent application of programs and solicit support when needed

Develop, implement, maintain, and report EHS metrics in order to drive continuous improvement throughout the region

Support regional crisis management teams as required by business leadership.

What about the physical demands of the job?

You will be working in both an office setting as well as field assignments.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.  

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.