EHS Site LeaderEnvironmental Health & Safety * Somerville, MA * Full time
Company: Form Energy
Location: Somerville
Posted on: April 22, 2024
Job Description:
Are you ready to build America's clean energy future with the
team that will deliver? Form Energy is an American energy
technology and manufacturing company. We are pioneering a new class
of iron-air batteries to enable our electric grid to run on
renewable, reliable, and affordable energy, every day of the year.
Form Energy has been recognized by TIME as "One of the Best
Inventions of 2023" for its battery technology and by MIT
Technology Review as a "Top Climate Tech Company to Watch". We are
making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage
for a better world, and are growing just as rapidly to meet demand.
Our team has more than doubled in size in the past year, and
continues to expand every day. We have signed contracts with
leading electric utilities across the United States. Pilot
production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and later
this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new
factory in West Virginia. Working for Form Energy is more than just
a job, it's a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And
right now might be the most exciting moment in the company's
history to join. We are assembling a team of some of the most
talented and motivated individuals across the country. Driven by
our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team
is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy
landscape for the better.Feeling energized to make a meaningful
impact on the world? Then keep reading - you've come to the right
place.
Role DescriptionThe Site Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
Leader will lead and continuously improve the EHS program for our
Massachusetts (MA) operations. This position plays a critical role
in enabling Form Energy to pursue rapid technical progress while
maintaining a safety-first commitment. The ideal candidate has
extensive EHS experience in an R&D setting and can interface
across the MA sites to improve policies and programs, processes,
and culture that enables a safe working environment while
addressing the needs of the company. The Site EHS Leader will
report directly to Form Energy's Senior EHS Manager and will assume
oversight of the existing MA EHS operations. The role supports
existing R&D and scale-up activities aligning local operating
EHS programs and practices with corporate policies and
expectations. A critical aspect of the position is to provide EHS
support for R&D activities. This is an exciting opportunity to
positively shape the growth of a fast-moving company with
breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!What you'll
do:
- Build and manage relationships, form consensus and coordinate
with internal, cross-functional partners to develop and implement
cost effective EHS solutions that strengthen a culture of EHS
excellence.
- Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and continuous
improvement of EHS programs, procedures, processes, and training
programs across multiple internal stakeholders.
- Build, develop, and lead a team of professionals responsible
for site EHS support and activities.
- Ensure day-to-day compliance with EHS policies, regulations,
and applicable standards through observations, audits, and
inspections.
- Oversee the development of hazard assessments and job safety
analyses and ensure mitigation plans are adequate.
- Facilitate root cause analysis and determination of corrective
or preventive measures for incidents and near-misses, as well as
ensuring that corrective actions have been implemented.
- Support environmental permitting, safety reviews, and end of
life plans associated with R&D, pilot testing, and
infrastructure projects.What you'll bring:
- At least 10+ years of experience in environmental health and
safety roles, preferably in an R&D environment, with at least 3
to 5 years in site leadership.
- Extensive knowledge of OSHA, DOT, environmental and
safety-related federal, state, and local regulations, laws, and
standards. ISO 45001/14001 and PSM experience a plus.
- Direct knowledge of regulatory requirements and safety
practices for hazardous chemicals and waste at large scale.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental
regulations.
- Creative EHS solutions for non-standard processes to develop
solutions for first of a kind EHS challenges.
- A demonstrated track record of proactively identifying needs,
and then creating, resourcing, and leading execution of plans to
fulfill those needs.
- A demonstrated track record of guiding EHS improvements as well
as expert-level experience with new process hazard assessments,
root cause analysis, and program and training development and
implementation.
- Ability to understand the needs of stakeholders and influence
positive change at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work well in cross-disciplinary project teams to
deliver timely results.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and observation
skills.
- Comfort working in dynamic environments, including being able
to work well under pressure.
- Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in engineering, occupational
health & safety, environmental, or other relevant technical
discipline from an accredited school.
- BCSP (CSP, CIH, CHMM), DOT, and RCRA certifications preferred.
#LI-Onsite #LI-AD1Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy's
culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect
that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a
holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they
need to thrive while working here. When it comes to you and your
family's health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision
premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums
for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12
weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing
parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to
recharge when needed. To build a clean and equitable energy future,
we need everyone at the table. We strive to form a team as diverse
as the communities we will serve with our technology, and are
committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all
employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and
encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open
jobs.
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