EHS Specialist

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Position: EHS Specialist 3
Location: Lumentum Thailand, Navanakorn – Pathum Thani
Department: Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS)
Reports To: EHS Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive EHS Specialist III to support and continuously improve environmental, health, and safety programs at our manufacturing site. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable legal, corporate, and customer requirements; managing key safety and environmental programs; conducting risk assessments and incident investigations; and promoting a strong EHS culture across the organization.

The ideal candidate will possess solid EHS knowledge, hands-on manufacturing experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with employees, contractors, management, and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

EHS Management and Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, standards, and related documentation.

• Ensure site compliance with applicable EHS laws, regulations, corporate requirements, and customer expectations.

• Prepare and submit required EHS reports to corporate stakeholders and relevant local authorities.

• Support regulatory inspections, customer visits, and internal and external audits.

• Monitor EHS performance and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions.

Project, Process, and Equipment Safety

• Lead EHS reviews and approval activities for new projects, processes, process improvements, and machinery or equipment installations.

• Identify potential EHS risks and ensure appropriate controls are established before implementation.

• Support machinery and equipment safety assessments.

• Manage and maintain site programs related to electrical safety, gas safety, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

• Support radiation-safety management and compliance activities.

Risk Assessment and Incident Management

• Lead cross-functional occupational health and safety risk assessments.

• Lead environmental aspect and impact assessments with relevant functions.

• Conduct incident and near-miss investigations in collaboration with concerned parties.

• Identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.

• Monitor and follow up on action plans to ensure timely and effective closure.

• Conduct workplace EHS inspections and follow up on identified findings.

Environmental Management

• Support site environmental programs covering air emissions, wastewater, waste management, energy conservation, and greenhouse gas emissions.

• Identify and support opportunities to reduce waste, energy consumption, emissions, and environmental impact.

• Support 3R initiatives: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.

• Manage the calibration and maintenance of EHS monitoring equipment.

• Maintain accurate environmental records and monitoring data.

EHS Programs and Management Systems

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.

• Support emergency preparedness and response programs, including emergency drills.

• Support 5S, energy-conservation, and site sustainability activities.

• Implement and continuously improve the site contractor-safety program.

• Lead the EHS Committee and facilitate monthly committee meetings.

Training and EHS Culture

• Serve as an internal EHS trainer and auditor.

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver EHS training programs for employees and contractors.

• Communicate EHS requirements, performance, and best practices through designated communication channels.

• Promote employee participation in EHS initiatives and strengthen the site’s safety culture.

• Provide EHS guidance and technical support to employees, supervisors, and management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Professional Safety Officer certification or another recognized safety qualification.

• Minimum 5–7 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Practical knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 or OHSAS 18001.

• Experience with energy conservation, 5S, and 3R programs.

• Experience developing, coordinating, and facilitating EHS training programs.

• Experience implementing and managing contractor-safety programs.

• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting a workplace safety committee.

• Hands-on experience conducting risk assessments, environmental aspect and impact assessments, incident investigations, and emergency drills.

• Strong knowledge of emergency response, machinery and equipment safety, electrical safety, gas safety, and LOTO.

• Knowledge of applicable EHS legislation, regulatory reporting, and compliance requirements.

• Strong analytical, investigation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to urgent situations.

• Good command of written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Hazardous Substance Controller.

• Certification as a Radiation Safety Officer.

• Certification as a Pollution Control Operator.

• Internal auditor or lead auditor certification for ISO 14001 or ISO 45001.

• Experience in electronics, optical, photonic, semiconductor, or other high-technology manufacturing environments.

Preferred Competencies

• EHS Regulatory Compliance

• Risk Assessment and Hazard Control

• Incident Investigation and Root-Cause Analysis

• Environmental Management

• Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Contractor Safety Management

• Training and Employee Engagement

• Audit and Management-System Knowledge

• Cross-functional Collaboration

• Communication and Influencing Skills

• Accountability and Results Orientation

• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Working Conditions

• Work in office, engineering laboratory, cleanroom, utility, and manufacturing-floor environments.

• Personal protective equipment and cleanroom garments may be required.

• May be required to enter production, machinery, chemical-storage, wastewater-treatment, and utility areas.

• Occasional overtime or support outside normal working hours may be required for emergencies, audits, inspections, or operational needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.