EHS Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Location:

Raritan, NJ

Project:
Facility Decommissioning

The EHS Specialist will support daily decommissioning operations while serving as an environmental compliance resource for the site. This role will assist with environmental programs, regulatory compliance, hazardous waste management, contractor oversight, inspections, training, and emergency response activities to ensure safe and compliant project execution.

• Support environmental compliance programs, including RCRA, hazardous waste, medical waste, DOT hazardous materials transportation, spill prevention, and stormwater management.
• Conduct inspections of waste accumulation areas and decommissioning activities.
• Coordinate waste characterization, packaging, storage, transportation, and disposal.
• Assist with environmental reporting, recordkeeping, permits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Support contractor oversight, incident investigations, corrective actions, and emergency response activities.
• Deliver or coordinate required environmental and safety training.
• Participate in audits, compliance assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary to support the Environmental, Health & Safety Department.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Safety, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of EHS experience in industrial, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, construction, or decommissioning environments.
• 40 Hour Haz Woper Required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and NJ environmental regulations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred Certifications/Qualifications
• RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
• Medical Waste Management
• DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation
• Spill Response Training

• Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders, and work throughout active industrial and decommissioning areas.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, and respiratory protection when required.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and families.
• Generous paid time off and 9 paid holidays.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Paid training, educational opportunities, and a strong focus on career development.

Compliance Management International (CMI) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the organization. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as necessary.