EHS Officer

Emerson is a trusted partner in the world's most crucial industries to address the biggest challenges of modern life. We cater to a wide range of industries including water, mining and minerals, and oil and gas industries. As a an EHS Officer, you will be responsible for creating a workplace that is safe and healthy for all workers, contractors and visitors to the site and the wellbeing of the environment which Emerson’s work may affect.

**In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be**:

- Lead a risk management approach throughout the Site, including conducting regular risk assessments, hazard identification, training, consultation, and communication. Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace and act on findings appropriately.
- Perform internal audits of the HSE system and facilitate external audits as applicable. Conduct and coordinate on-site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices and act on findings appropriately.
- Co-ordinate and drive Global initiatives, safety projects & GHG (Greenhouse gas reduction) projects.
- Ensure safe work practices are in accordance with the Emerson’s Safety Procedures, as well as ensuring compliance with Federal and State WHS acts and legislation. Coordinate implementation of controls and systems put in place to improve the work, health and safety of workers and wellbeing of the environment through monitoring and improving controls and systems when necessary.
- Ensure reporting in line with Emerson’s Scorecard including but not limited to monthly training, safety observations, total recordable rate (TRR). Compile, analyze, and report HSE incident data and prepare recommendations for corrective action to eliminate or minimize potential hazards.
- Lead incident investigations to identify causes and to validate close out actions within required timeframe/s. Review injury and environmental damage reports and act appropriately.
- Facilitate /Chair Site’s HSE and ECO committee meetings. Facilitate HSE toolbox sessions to communicate hazard control information to workers
- Manage the Rehabilitation and Return to Work for all workers onsite
- Ensure environmental practices are in accordance with the Emerson’s Environmental Procedures, as well as ensuring compliance with Federal and State Environmental Protection acts and legislation
- Develop and present EHS training materials as per Emerson’s training calendar or as required in response to incidents.
- Plan, implement, drive tasks/action items/projects oneself under mínimal supervision to obtain business goals
- Maintain the Site’s Training Matrix and individual Training Files as required
- Develop, maintain and communicate relevant policies, procedures and strategies to ensure legal compliance in HSE
- Conduct and facilitate on-site Safety Leadership Observations and facilitate new employee HSE inductions.
- Incorporate HSE requirements in all purchasing and control actions. Maintain the SDS register
- Facilitate the purchase of safety equipment and supplies.

**Who You Are**:
You readily takes action on challenges, without unnecessary planning. Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. Maintains a positive demeanor and forward-thinking approach despite troubling circumstances or setbacks.

**For This Role, You Will Need**:

- Minimum Cert IV WHS
- Cert IV Training & Assessment or demonstrated experience delivering HSE training
- Proven experience in similar role ideally within the manufacturing industry
- Solid understanding of: 5S+1, SO 45001 and 14001 standards, ICAM or similar incident investigation methodology, Microsoft Office and HSE software

**Visa Sponsorship is not offered for this position**

**Our Offer To You**:
By joining Emerson, you will be given the opportunity to make a difference through the work you do.

Emerson's compensation and benefits programs are designed to be competitive within the industry and local labor markets.

We attract, develop, and retain exceptional people in an inclusive environment, where all employees can reach their greatest potential. We are dedicated to the ongoing development of our employees because we know that it is critical to our success as a global company.

We have established our Remote Work Policy for eligible roles to promote Work-Life Balance through a hybrid work setup where our team members can take advantage of working both from home and at the office.

Safety is paramount to us, and we are relentless in our pursuit to provide a Safe Working Environment across our global network and facilities.

Through our benefits, development opportunities, and an inclusive and safe work environment, we aim to create an organization our people are proud to represent

**Our Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion**:
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We belie