Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

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Job description

Develop collaborative relationships with Research Lab Management and Staff to integrate EH&S programs into the daily laboratory activities.
Manage routine deployment of site emergency response team. Utilize incident command structure to coordinate the activities of BMS and external emergency response personnel. Provide 24/7 emergency response capability for site.
Manage and maintain EH&S recordkeeping systems to track incidents, training and corrective actions.
Develop and implement site EH&S programs and objectives to support site start-up and ongoing operations in alignment with company business objectives and sustainability goals.
Develop, implement & monitor EH&S programs to ensure compliance with regulations, Corporate Standards and SOPs.
Conduct EHS program audits and inspections according to applicable established audit practices; communicates audit results, develops and tracks remedial actions and action plans to promote the sustainability of the company and assure compliance.
Manages implementation of incident and near miss reporting and investigation process, ensures communication to appropriate management, and/or implementation of necessary preventive measures.
Demonstrated capability in managing multiple projects/tasks, effectively prioritizing tasks, communicating project/task status and ensuring timely closure of assignments.
Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated capabilities in effective negotiations, influencing, advocacy and presentations to all employee and management levels. Strengths in customer service and cooperative teaming.


Desired Background and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry or Related field and 5 -10 years of EH&S experience, preferably in a research or pharmaceutical environment.
Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

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