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SpaceX

Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

Bastrop, TX

$72K - $95K/yr

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER As part of a team of technicians and engineers, you will provide technical expertise and assist in the implementation of all Environmental, Health and Safety ...

SpaceX

Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

Memphis, TN · On-site

$70K - $93K/yr

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER As part of the SpaceX EHS Team, you will provide timely, clear, and high-quality technical expertise and assist in the implementation of all environmental ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for director environmental health safety engineer in the United States is $132,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,000.00 and $160,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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One common challenge is ensuring consistent adherence to new safety protocols across geographically dispersed locations, each with its own unique operational hazards and regulatory requirements. Directors must balance corporate EHS standards with local compliance needs, which often involves extensive training, change management, and frequent communication with site managers. Building buy-in from both leadership and front-line employees is crucial, as is adapting protocols to fit different work cultures and environments. Regular site visits, audits, and leveraging technology for remote monitoring can help overcome these challenges and drive uniform safety improvements.

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To thrive as a Director Environmental Health Safety Engineer, you need a deep understanding of environmental regulations, safety standards, risk management, and typically a degree in engineering or environmental science, often supplemented by certifications like CSP or CIH. Familiarity with EHS management systems, incident reporting software, and regulatory compliance tools is crucial. Leadership, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills set top performers apart by enabling them to influence organizational culture and drive safety initiatives. These skills ensure the effective implementation of safety programs, regulatory compliance, and the protection of people and the environment.

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A Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and programs that ensure a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace. They lead teams to identify and mitigate risks, conduct safety audits, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Additionally, they provide training for employees, investigate incidents, and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences. Their work ensures that organizations operate safely while minimizing environmental impact and adhering to legal requirements.
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Director, Environmental Health & Safety

Director, Environmental Health & Safety

JPS Health Network

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

Other

Posted 20 days ago

JPS Health Network rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

230th of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Summary: The Director of Environmental Health & Safety will provide leadership and direction for district safety, construction safety, and all other aspects within the physical environment. This position will interpret all physical environment regulatory standards and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliance with these standards. The Director is responsible for overseeing, developing, and implementing, in conjunction with Network leaders, initiatives aimed at reducing physical environment incidents. This position will organize safety assessments, serve as the Chairperson of the Physical Environment Committees (PEC), educate employees, and communicate effective safety strategies to others in the organization. The Director is primarily responsible, and has oversight, for the evaluation of strategies, standards, and programs related to achieving regulatory/accreditation compliance with regards to the physical environment throughout the JPS Health Network.

Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:

  1. Manages risk and coordinates risk reduction activities in the Physical Environment; collects deficiency information and disseminates summaries of actions and results.

  2. Monitors compliance and training within The Joint Commission standards related to the Physical Environment.

  3. Oversees and monitors ongoing performance improvement for Safety Management, Security Management, Hazardous Materials / Waste Management, Fire Safety Management, Medical Equipment Management, Emergency Management, Utility Management, and Life Safety.

  4. Serves as the Network Hospital Safety Officer.

  5. Provides direction and leadership to staff and Network leaders to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations as set forth by the Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), College of American Pathologists (CAP), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), state and local requirements through developed policies and procedures for appropriate safety management practices. Maintains current certifications, testing and inspections for facilities.

  6. Ensures compliance with all aspects of construction safety for the network in compliance with OSHA.

  7. Provides strategic direction and leadership on Safety/Hazardous Materials and Waste/Fire and Life Safety Compliance for the JPS Health Network.

  8. Provides strategic direction and leadership for the Safety and Physical Environment initiatives.

  9. Plans and sets goals with organizational leaders through the development of the Network's Physical Environment Management Plans and helping organization succeed in having a preeminent safety culture.

  10. Develops, plans, conducts, and manages ongoing comprehensive risk assessments which consist of analyzing patient and employee incident reports, code deficiencies, strategies, and code compliance; determines the needs of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians to provide a safe healthcare environment.

  11. Serves as a resource to department staff, medical staff, volunteers, and other departments and contributes to ensuring quality patient care.

  12. Collaborates with appropriate staff to implement PE Committee recommendations.

  13. Monitors the effectiveness of changes in plan, policies and procedures.

  14. Prepares reports using approved format for presentation to the Physical Environment Committee, Board of Managers, Accreditation Steering Committee, and other oversight committees.

  15. Applies basic statistical processes in data analysis.

  16. Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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Who We AreJPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people. We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. Also, to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

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Health care and social assistance

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Fort Worth, TX, US

Year founded

1877

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