Environmental Health, Safety & Security Specialist

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health, Safety & Security Specialist to lead, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs at our organization. In this impactful role, you will champion a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with environmental and security regulations while protecting our employees, assets, and facilities. Your expertise will directly influence our operational excellence and risk management initiatives.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Develop and execute environmental health, safety, and security policies to meet regulatory standards and company objectives.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations, recommending corrective actions and process improvements.
• Deliver training and educational programs to promote employee awareness and compliance.
• Monitor workplace conditions and ensure proper handling of hazardous materials and waste.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support emergency response planning and business continuity.
• Maintain accurate records and reports for regulatory compliance and internal reviews.
• Advise management on emerging safety trends and best practices.

Basic Requirements

• Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience
• Proven knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Demonstrated experience conducting safety audits and risk assessments.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Security Management, or related field.
• Certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager), or CPP (Certified Protection Professional).
• Experience with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, or similar management systems.
• Background in industrial, manufacturing, or laboratory environments.
• Proficiency in incident management software and data analytics tools.
• Multilingual abilities and cross-cultural communication skills.

Description of Travel or In-Office and Physical Requirements

This position is primarily based on-site with occasional travel to other company locations or partner facilities (up to 10% of time). Physical requirements include the ability to conduct inspections in various facility areas, sometimes requiring climbing, walking, or lifting up to 25 lbs. Personal protective equipment may be required during site visits.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

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