HSE Specialist-Occupational Safety

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: 

• The HSE Specialist will be responsible for managing occupational safety programs at the Alpharetta materials research & innovation facility which includes laboratories, processing areas, a pilot plant, and a  maintenance department.

• This position will report to the HSE Manager and will be based in Alpharetta. 

• This role will focus on occupational safety programs but will be part of the Health, Safety, and Environmental team and will be expected to support other Health and Environmental activities as needed.

We can count on you for: 

• Manage the occupational safety programs including fall protection, confined space entry, safe work permitting, electrical safety, energy isolation, contractor management, Job Safety Analysis, etc.

• Ensure that the company complies with all federal, state and local legislated regulations.

• Develop and implement health and safety procedures.

• Drive continuous improvement of health and safety programs.

• Participate on the facility’s site safety council, Emergency Response Team and lead other committees as needed.

• Develop and provide health and safety training to facility employees and contractors and maintain records and other related documentation in association with this training.

• Perform daily / routine field observations to identify unsafe conditions, at-risk behaviors, and environmental issues.

• Review and authorize safe work permits as necessary 

• Lead incident investigations, develop and track corrective actions

• Provide necessary support to maintain site RCMS certification.

• Participate in site Management of Change processes.

You will bring: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Safety Sciences, or comparable degree

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience, preferably in a laboratory or chemical manufacturing environment.

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

• Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926, relevant ANSI Standards, & NFPA standards 

• Experience working within a HSE Management System, RCMS preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to work well within all levels of the organization

• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective training content 

• Organized and able to maintain field documentation and other records

• Excellent customer service. 

• Collaborative and solution focused. 

• Ability to quickly adapt to change.

• Willingness to accept, and put feedback into action

You will get: 

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $94,960 to $118,700 per year.
• Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range.
• Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.