EHS Specialist

About PPG

At PPG, we protect and beautify the world. As a global leader in paints, coatings, and materials, we’re proud to deliver innovation and performance that help our customers make their mark. Our Aerospace business, based at Tullamarine, provides specialised coatings and sealants to members of the aerospace industry.

About the Role

We are currently growing our Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) team, and are seeking an EHS Specialist to drive consistent and continuous improvement in EHS practices at our Tullamarine facility. The successful candidate will provide daily support to the site EHS leadership team and all employees, maintaining and implementing PPG EHS policies to comply with the applicable local regulatory and company requirements.

The role will be based on-site at Tullamarine, however some travel to support other PPG locations will be required. It would be well suited to candidates who have graduated within the last 2-3 years, who are eager to progress their career in a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Tullamarine site to complete regular gap assessments, highlighting actual or potential non-compliances, and follow up corrective and preventive action plans
• Support the implementation of the site’s EHS policies, procedures and risk management strategies, whilst liaising with Senior Leadership Team and various stakeholders
• Support the development of annual EHS work plans and KPIs 
• Facilitate and support the root cause incident investigation at the site as required
• Facilitate and support the risk assessments at the site as required
• Actively participate in the development of annual EHS work plans and KPIs for the various commercial activities in the ANZ region

Skills and Experience

• Tertiary qualification in OHS, Engineering or in Science (Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental will be an advantage)
• Ideally suited to a candidate who has graduated in the last 2-3 years'
• Strong influencing and effective communication skills to interact with management, shop floor personnel, regulatory agencies, external contractors and emergency services
• Practical industry experience in EHS disciplines is required
• A working knowledge of relevant Acts, including OHS Act, Environment Protection Act, Regulations and Codes of Practices
• Experience in a Manufacturing Industry will be an advantage

What We Offer

• A closeknit team on-site, with opportunities to gain exposure across additional PPG facilities
• Opportunities for development and long-term career progression
• Performance based incentive schemes
• Access to corporate discounts, including WhereFit, that provide wellness benefits to our employees
• Give back to local communities with our PPG Colourful communities program
• PPG Recognition programs
• Generous discounts on PPG products through our company owned store network

Here at PPG, we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability, and colour, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are insightful, dedicated, and proactive. We have intimate knowledge of the market and our customers. We focus on practical solutions that make a difference.

We are “One PPG” to the world.

We are better and stronger together. We leverage our scale to reach new markets and introduce innovative technologies as we differentiate and disrupt our markets.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We enable and empower our people to make the right decisions. We are inclusive, transparent, and respectful. Our feedback is clear and actionable.

We make it happen.

We have a passion for winning. We achieve. We deliver with discipline and integrity. We bring our best energy to our work. We decide and act intelligently and quickly.

We run it like we manage it.

We respect one another by being responsible and accountable. We always act in the best interest of our company, customers, shareholders, and our communities.

We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

We continuously learn. We develop our people to grow our businesses.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [email protected].

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. 
 
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.