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Orlando Health · 3 weeks ago

Environmental Compliance Specialist - Corporate Safety

Orlando, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Orlando Health is a trusted healthcare organization committed to providing professional and compassionate care. The Environmental Compliance Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing environmental compliance policies and training, conducting audits, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to environmental regulations.

Health CareHospitalMedicalNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of environmental policies, procedures, and training programs to include ongoing continuous improvement of compliance programs and training methods

Assists leadership with identifying trends and recommending options to reduce frequency and severity of issues related to environmental risk

Researches and maintains knowledge base current with applicable federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations, and standards applicable to Orlando Health

Conducts routine audits of Orlando Health facilities’ operations subject to environmental compliance requirements for validation and documentation of compliant operation; initiates action(s) necessary to correct any identified deviation(s) or violation(s), and prepares and submits written technical reports and documents based on audit and inspection findings

Reviews corporate environmental compliance programs for adequacy, compliance, and effectiveness; assists corporate safety leadership in developing and/or improving programs

Prepares and submits draft written technical reports and documents for management certification prior to submission to federal, state, and local regulatory agencies as required for compliance or sustainment of environmental licenses and permits

Collaborates with Corporate Safety and other departments, as required, to investigate incidents and/or team member complaints concerning environmental compliance or other related fields. Provides appropriate communication to ensure involved team member(s) and leadership are kept current and informed as to response status of investigations

Develops, maintains, and supports presentation of training programs related to environmental compliance

Supports and coordinates processes for collection, storage and shipment of hazardous materials and waste

Interacts with the various environmental regulatory agency representatives supporting inquiries and on-site visits required for maintenance of and compliance with respective agency regulations

Participates as assigned with Orlando Health leadership, committees, departments, and work teams to serve as a resource contributing to the organization’s understanding, consideration, and response to environmental compliance issues

Anticipates and identifies emerging environmental issues of importance to Orlando Health; evaluates compliance options and recommends strategies to minimize impact(s) and cost(s) while optimizing effective control

Maintains compliance with all OSHA, U.S. DOT, U.S. EPA, and Florida DEP training requirements required for the Environmental Compliance Specialist position

Manages work assignments efficiently to ensure compliance with timelines and maintain work product accuracy

Exhibits excellent verbal and written communication skills

Maintains proficiency using computer software programs essential to efficient, accurate and professional management of position responsibilities

Maintains regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures

Maintains professional discipline in the department and adherence to appropriate policies and procedures of the department

Stays informed of evolving technology, new standards and regulations related to safety and makes appropriate recommendations to implement improvements

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Environmental ComplianceEnvironmental ScienceTechnical ReportingTraining DevelopmentRegulatory KnowledgeComputer ProficiencyCommunication Skills

Required

Associate degree in Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, or closely related field

Completes training in compliance with 40CFR 262.17 within 6 months of hire or transfer into position and annually thereafter

Three (3) years of work experience in the field of Environmental Compliance, Civil Engineering, Ecology or closely related field

Benefits

FREE education programs

Well-being services

Company

Orlando Health

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Orlando Health is one of Florida's most comprehensive private, not-for-profit healthcare networks.

Founded in 1918

Orlando, Florida, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.orlandohealth.com/

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