Corporate Eh&S Regional Specialist

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.
Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2023 US Best Managed Company, recognized three years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

For Solenis, a leading global specialty chemical supplier, we are currently seeking a Corporate EHS Regional Specialist.

Location:home based - central Italy (Rome area)

The Role:
• Provide EHS support for commercial employees and plants in assigned countries (if applicable).
• Lead the implementation of Corporate EHS Objectives & Targets.
• Drive the implementation of Corporate EHS programs and monitor their effectiveness.
• Monitor EHS regulation-related activities.
• Develop, organize, and conduct trainings, offering coaching to commercial employees.
• Coordinate safety activities for the commercial team, such as customer site safety inspections and risk assessments, sales training days, Job Safety Analysis, and Job Safety Observations.
• Lead incident/accident reporting and investigations.
Experience and Education Requirements:
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or related technical fields.
• EHS Certifications as per country requirements.
• 3-5 years of EHS experience in an industrial environment (experience in the chemical industry and/or manufacturing background is advantageous).
• Proficient in written and spoken English; proficiency in other European languages is beneficial.
• Thorough knowledge of regional EHS regulations relevant to the chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of chemical and product regulations, enforcement, and industry practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:
• Familiarity with safety programs including chemical management, JSA, Behavior Safety, Fall Protection, Hot Work, Confined Space, Line Breaking, Lockout Tag-out, Defensive Driving, and Ergonomics.
• Willingness to travel up to 30-50% of working time, primarily within assigned countries.
• Deep understanding of Industrial Hygiene is advantageous.
• Self-starter with the ability to think and act independently and make sound recommendations.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all team members.
• Ability to interface with external contacts in different countries/cultures.
• Proven ability to multitask.
• Capability to train others on basic systems and processes.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of Industrial Water Treatment and the Pulp and Paper industry is advantageous.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.