ERM
ERM
ERM helps organizations address complex sustainability challenges through consulting across sectors such as chemicals, financial services, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy. Its work spans ESG compliance, resource efficiency, decarbonization, carbon markets, clean energy, health and safety, and environmental management, supporting clients as they incorporate sustainability into business operations and long-term strategy.

Senior Associate, Environmental Health and Safety Compliance

Deliver EHS compliance consulting through audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions for ERM clients across Southern California. Support industrial, technology, healthcare, and other sectors with safety and sustainability projects.

Description

  • Collaborate with project managers and technical specialists on EHS compliance, sustainability, and transaction due diligence projects
  • Conduct compliance audits and workplace safety risk assessments
  • Help develop programs, procedures, and standard practices that meet regulations and protect employees
  • Address machine guarding and safety for automated equipment and robotics
  • Apply safety compliance requirements across chemical, laboratory, robotics, laser, electrical, data center, and construction programs
  • Provide technical support for EHS compliance, sustainability, and site investigations
  • Carry out inspections, investigations, safety observations, and job safety analyses
  • Put controls in place to reduce health and safety hazards and risks
  • Assess EHS compliance and track corrective actions through follow-up
  • Provide general EHS guidance, including support at client sites
  • Inspect client facilities to confirm they meet EHS requirements
  • Assist ERM Partners-in-Charge and project managers with successful project delivery

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or engineering, occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field
  • At least one year of EHS experience, ideally in technology, biopharma, research and development, or manufacturing
  • Familiarity with environmental permits, California OSHA or EPA requirements, regulatory compliance, and management systems
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to document technical information and prepare reports
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, adapt, and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to travel to client sites in Southern California as needed
  • Valid driver’s license or ability to operate a company vehicle
  • Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position
  • ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, or similar certification or California registration preferred
  • Experience supporting EHS compliance programs in high-tech manufacturing, data centers, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or related industries
  • Experience conducting audits, inspections, risk assessments, and corrective action programs

Benefits

  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
  • Parental leave
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Bonus compensation may be offered at ERM’s discretion under company policies

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