EHS Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety Advisor - Health and Safety

Would you like to take ownership of our innovative HSE Program?

Join our HSE team

Our Teams' commitment to HSE goes beyond safety alone; occupational health and wellness is key within our center of excellence. We promote a healthy, engaged, and productive workplace for employees. Our employee and organization groups coordinate healthy lifestyle events to connect people and promote health and wellness throughout our business.

Partner with the best

As the HSE Advisor, you will be responsible for ensuring construction, installation and commissioning activities are executed safely and aligned with Baker Hughes’ safety requirements.

As an Environmental Health & Safety Advisor - Health and Safety, you will be responsible for: 

• Collaborating with the Project Manager on look-ahead plans and work scopes.

• Following up on Management of Change (MOC) processes and actions.

• Conducting new employee safety orientations.

• Maintaining knowledge of Texas Environmental Regulations (Air, Waste, and Water).

• Delivering toolbox talks and safety briefings.

• Assisting in organizing project safety campaigns and awareness programs.

• Verifying contractor and employee training records and certifications.

• Conducting daily site safety inspections and observations.

• Monitoring work activities to ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, and regulatory standards.

• Verifying the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Assisting in enforcing safe work practices and stopping unsafe work when imminent danger exists.

• Monitoring compliance with permit-to-work requirements, including - Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, Excavation and Trenching, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), working at Heights, Crane and Rigging Operations

• Participating in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Hazard Analysis reviews.

• Identifying workplace hazards and recommending corrective actions.

• Conducting pre-task safety reviews with work crews.

• Assisting supervisors in implementing appropriate risk controls.

• Reporting incidents, near misses, injuries, and environmental events promptly.

• Participating in incident investigations and root cause analyses.

• Preparing incident reports and tracking corrective actions through closure.

• Maintaining accurate records of safety observations and safety statistics.

• Performing routine inspections of: Work areas, Equipment and tools, Scaffolding, Fall protection systems, Excavations, Temporary facilities

• Monitoring corrective actions and ensuring timely closure.

• Monitoring housekeeping and waste management practices.

• Assisting with environmental inspections and compliance activities.

• Supporting spill prevention and response efforts.

• Ensuring proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.

• Assisting in maintaining emergency response equipment.

• Participating in emergency drills and exercises.

• Supporting emergency response activities as directed.

• Maintaining HSE files, reports, permits, and inspection records.

• Submitting daily and weekly HSE reports.

• Tracking leading indicators such as: Safety observations, Near misses, Training compliance, Inspection findings.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED).

• Have a minimum of 3 additional years of experience in construction, installation, and commissioning activities.

• Have at least 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing and repair shop environment.

• Have at least 4 years of experience in Health, Safety & Environment (HSE).

• Have fluency in both Spanish and English; bilingual proficiency is highly valued to effectively support clients and team members.

• Have excellent problem-solving, process improvement, and analytical skills.

• Have in-depth knowledge of Texas regulatory requirements and reporting systems.

• Have a proven ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Have a collaborative mindset, with the ability to thrive in team environments while effectively leading and motivating others.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

·       Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities

·       Comprehensive private medical care options

·       Safety net of life insurance and disability programs

·       Tailored financial programs

·       Additional elected or voluntary benefits

About Us

With operations in over 120 countries, we provide better solutions for our customers and richer opportunities for our people. As a leading partner to the energy industry, we’re committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we’re always looking for the right people to help us get there. People who are as passionate as we are about making energy safer, cleaner and more efficient.

Why Baker Hughes?  

At Baker Hughes, we take energy forward making it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet. You’ll work at the forefront of clean energy innovation, with the opportunity to make a real, measurable impact.  

Work in a Way That Works for You 

This role involves collaboration across functions and regular customer interaction. Work arrangements and travel requirements may vary based on project and business needs. 

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.