Senior EHS Specialist

Date: Aug 24, 2026

Country/Region: US

At Kurita, we aim to create new value for water and deliver solutions that support responsible resource use. Our philosophy guides us: “Study the properties of water, master them, and we will create an environment in which nature and humanity are in harmony.” We act with integrity, customer focus, and a steadfast commitment to innovation and safety.

Senior EHS Specialist

Job Description Responsible for the safety oversight of the construction of water treatment systems. Able to manage and ensure the safety of construction activities for water treatment facilities in accordance with standards established by the customer, Kurita, and relevant U.S. regulations. The Senior EHS Specialist also performs safety related duties for the EHS team as assigned required.

Title Senior EHS Specialist

Location Phoenix Arizona

Travel up to 10%

Compensation $90,000 - $110,000/yr (DOE)

Responsibilities Plan, arrange, and coordinate site facilities, safety and health equipment, and temporary installations in strict compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local safety regulations, client requirements, and site rules.

Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments at the construction site to ensure a safe working environment.

Provide safety training and guidance to workers and contractors as needed.

Monitor and document compliance with safety standards and regulations throughout the construction process.

Investigate and report safety incidents, near-misses, and hazards, and recommend corrective actions.

Participate in construction management meetings to address safety-related topics and communicate client safety requirements.

Assist with reviewing site conditions against the project schedule and coordinating with contractors regarding safety matters.

Support the collection and consolidation of construction records from contractors as related to safety.

Work Location: On-site at the project site, 5 days per week.

Travel: Some travel may be required to project sites outside Arizona.

Promptly report to management any related safety and health concerns, including near-misses and incidents, and seek guidance as needed. Ensure all safety incidents are documented and investigated according to company policy and regulatory requirements.

Additional EHS support and other duties assigned by Director, EHS & Quality

Qualifications Education Prefer a 4-year degree in safety or a closely related field or a combination of safety certifications and experience

Experience 5 years of relevant safety experience

EHS certification or BS in science or engineering field of study

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification

OSHA 510 Certification for Construction

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Working knowledge of OSHA regulations

Knowledge of best safety practices for production environments

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office

Demonstrated experience in timely processing of work orders/support requests

Understanding of KAI business processes

Physical & Mental Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

Must be able to frequently sit, stand, bend, use hands to finger, climb or balance, handle, or feel; and talk or hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and walk.

Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or working on a computer.

Able to spend significant time walking or standing on hard surfaces.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans And Individuals With Disabilities Nearest Major Market Phoenix

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