EHS Specialist (0.5 FTE) in Adelaide, Australia

Work Schedule

Other

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

EHS Specialist (0.5 FTE)

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of more than $40 billion and approximately 130,000 employees globally. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics, deliver medicines to market and increase laboratory efficiency. Through our world-class brands – Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services – we offer an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive services.

Location/Division Specific Information

Thebarton, South Australia – Microbiology Division

About the Role:

As part of the Site Operations Team, the EHS Specialist is accountable for ensuring EHS management systems are fully in place and in use at the Adelaide site. This role is part-time (0.5 FTE) with flexibility in working days if required for the right candidate.

What You’ll Do:

• Promote a culture of safety and environmental awareness on site.

• Serve as a technical resource to the company in complex areas of EHS Compliance, risk management, hazardous materials/waste, industrial hygiene, industrial safety, and/or ergonomics

• Manage and monitor local EHS management systems to ensure site compliance with legislative, corporate and divisional standards.

• Oversee the site’s Accident and Incident reporting process. Participate in incident investigations, ensuring root cause and countermeasure identification is completed to eliminate future injury. Collate safety and environmental data for the site identify trends alongside improvement plans.

• Generate regular reporting of all EHS metrics and key performance indicators both at the site and corporate level

• Review, own and maintain the site emergency plan.

• Coordinate the site risk assessment program.

• Schedule, manage, and chair strategic Safety Meetings for senior site management and Health & Safety Committee meetings for staff representation.

• Maintain routine safety and environmental reports and records (First aid training, EPA compliance, SDSs)

• Arrange safety and environmental training as required

• Represent the site on safety and environmental matters at divisional and third-party events.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• 2-5 years experience in a similar role

• Understanding of local health and safety legislation and its practical application in the workplace

Benefits

Join our team and take advantage of these great benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.

• Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.

• Flexibility: Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.

• Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.

• Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.

• Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.