Project EHS Specialist

Puesto: Project EHS Specialist 1
Join Eaton , a global leader where equality and inclusivity are at the heart of our mission. Here, everyone is valued and belongs. Be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions, making a tangible impact on the world. We empower our customers to manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical energy more effectively, safely, and sustainably. At Eaton, we’re dedicated to enhancing quality of life and protecting the environment with our innovative energy management technologies and services.

We are looking for a Project EHS Specialist to drive and support Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) activities across Eaton’s MED Cluster, based in Zaragoza . This role plays a key part in ensuring EHS compliance and excellence within strategic projects while supporting the deployment of EHS policies, procedures, and programs at both cluster and country level.

The position combines a strong project-oriented dimension with local operational support, requiring close collaboration with project teams, customers, and internal stakeholders to address EHS requirements and ensure adherence to legal and company standards. Ideal candidates are proactive professionals with a strong safety mindset, capable of managing multiple priorities and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Success in this role requires excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, multicultural environment while upholding Eaton’s high standards in safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

What you’ll do:

Promote Eaton’s Life Saving Rules, Zero Incident culture, and Ethics policy across all activities;

Ensure full compliance with EHS legal requirements, customer standards, and Eaton MESH (Management Environmental Safety and Health reference book) guidelines;

Act as the main EHS interface with customers, contractors, and external stakeholders;

Support deployment of corporate MESH programs across projects and local operations;

Manage contractor EHS compliance, including ISN platform oversight, onboarding, and training delivery;

Lead EHS incident reporting, escalation, and root cause investigations with corrective/preventive actions;

Conduct regular site audits and field EHS inspections to ensure safe operations;

Build strong relationships with internal teams, customers, and partners to promote a safety-first culture.

Projects scope (MED Cluster)
Ensure EHS documentation compliance (RAMS, safety plans, certifications) through creation, review, and updates;

Plan and coordinate EHS activities throughout the full project lifecycle to meet key milestones;

Participate in project meetings with customers and internal teams, providing EHS expertise and updates;

Deliver EHS training and toolbox talks to employees and contractors on project sites

Qualifications:

Requiered: 3+ years of experience in EHS program management within industrial or service project environments;

Requiered:
Health and Safety professional education in Spain (Máster Universitario en Prevencion de Riesgos Laborales);

Advantage:
Master/ Engineering degree in relevant related subject;

Advantage:
Project management certificate/ course.

Skills:

Proven experience in a similar EHS role with strong project management capabilities;

Solid knowledge of EHS regulations, standards, and corporate frameworks (e.g., MESH);

Expertise in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and EHS performance management;

Strong understanding of safety leadership, behavioral safety practices (e.g., coaching, ABC model), and culture development;

Subject matter expertise in at least one EHS discipline (Safety, Environmental, Occupational Health, or Systems);

Fluency in Spanish and advanced English;
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