Environmental Health and Safety Business Partner (56637)

The EHS Business Partner supports the environmental, health, and safety needs of an assigned business unit or region, typically supporting a large site, work group, or regional footprint. This role develops, implements, and maintains EHS programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while promoting a proactive safety culture. The position operates with moderate independence and partners closely with leadership to influence safe operations, risk reduction, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with leadership and employees, serving as a trusted advisor on all EHS matters
• Support dissemination and implementation of ATS Environmental, Health and Safety standards, policies, and strategy
• Foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility through workforce engagement and leadership coaching
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS programs, policies, and procedures
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and maintain audit-ready documentation
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, determining root cause and implementing corrective actions
• Track, analyze, and report EHS metrics, including leading and lagging indicators, to drive improvement
• Deliver EHS training and provide one-on-one guidance to managers and employees
• Support workers' compensation case management including reporting, modified duty, and return-to-work strategies
• Coordinate emergency preparedness efforts including response plans and drills
• Partner with site leadership to maintain a continuous state of regulatory and internal audit readiness
• Serve as a technical EHS resource, providing guidance on risk management and operational changes
• Travel to company and client sites as needed (25-50%)

Required Experience and Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in EHS, safety, or related field
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements
• Ability to evaluate risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel up to 50%

Additional requirements:

• Experience with hazardous materials handling, industrial environments, or industrial hygiene exposure monitoring preferred
• Professional certification such as ASP or CSP preferred
• Ability to act as a company representative during regulatory inspections when needed
• Understanding of the relationship between safety, quality, and productivity and impact on business outcomes

Work Conditions:

• Primarily operates in a mix of office and industrial or field environments
• Regular exposure to operational areas with occasional hazard exposure
• Moderate computer and documentation workload
• Travel between sites required
• May require participation in audits, inspections, and emergency response activities