Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Position Summary In this role, you will help build Metrea's enterprise‑wide Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) compliance system and prepare all Groups and Capability Areas for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification. You will also support those areas that already hold ISO certifications to ensure they maintain compliance, strengthen their systems, and remain audit‑ready year‑round. You will conduct internal audits, identify compliance gaps, and work directly with local teams to fix issues before external auditors arrive. You will also develop and mentor a virtual network of EHS representatives across the company, most of whom are not EHS specialists, to ensure every area consistently meets the standards required for enterprise certification. You will be successful if you can turn complex regulations into simple, workable practices that function across a diverse, global, aviation‑focused organization. What You'll Do Support the implementation of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 within the Integrated Management System (IMS) as part of the Operational Compliance Team, ensuring these standards integrate seamlessly alongside ISO 9001, AS9100, and ISO 27001. Conduct internal EHS compliance audits and structured gap analyses across all Groups and Capability Areas to assess readiness for future external ISO certification audits. Work with leaders and site teams to close identified gaps and strengthen controls, documentation, records, and audit evidence. Build and maintain Metrea's global EHS compliance register, covering OSHA, EPA, UK HSE, EU directives, and other relevant jurisdictional requirements. Track regulatory changes and update enterprise EHS policies, procedures, templates, and guidance to maintain compliance and alignment with the IMS. Prepare Groups and Capability Areas for external ISO certification audits scheduled for late 2026 through early 2027, ensuring each area meets the requirements for successful enterprise-level certification. Develop, manage, and mentor a virtual network of EHS representatives embedded within each Group and Capability Area, most of whom will not be EHS specialists. Provide practical coaching, tools, templates, training, and ongoing support to enable EHS representatives to support their local leadership with day‑to‑day EHS responsibilities. Contribute to EHS performance reporting, including KPIs, emerging risks, compliance trends, and ISO readiness assessments. Partner closely with Safety (SMS), Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and other functions to ensure EHS compliance is fully integrated into the broader aviation Safety Management System and the enterprise IMS. What You'll bring Must Haves: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or similar technical field. Lead Auditor qualification in ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. 7+ years of EHS experience supporting multi-site or global operations. Hands-on experience implementing or maintaining ISO 14001/45001 systems and supporting certification processes. Strong understanding of OSHA requirements and experience applying them in operational settings. Working knowledge of UK/EU or other international EHS regulations. Clear, confident communication skills-able to guide non-specialists and influence leaders. Experience conducting audits, writing findings, and managing corrective actions to closure. Ability to mentor and coach distributed teams with mixed levels of EHS expertise. Nice to Haves Professional certification such as CSP or NEBOSH Diploma. Experience in aerospace, defense, or aviation operations. Familiarity with SMS (ICAO Annex 19) and how EHS programs interface with aviation safety structures. Experience contributing to carbon footprint measurement or ESG reporting. Additional Eligibility Qualifications Must be eligible to work in the USA. Ability to travel domestically and internationally to conduct audits, training, and on-site support. Our Firmware At Metrea, our single core value, Rooted in Humility, and our four cornerstone attributes-Entrepreneurial, Systematic, Discerning, and Over-Deliver. These form what we call our Teammate Firmware. Just like technical firmware connects software and hardware, our Firmware is the constant interface between our mission and our people. It defines how we show up, how we work together, and how we solve complex problems. Our team Firmware creates a web-like, hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical way of working that helps us adapt quickly, communicate openly, and distribute decision-making to where expertise actually lives. It enables groups to self-organize around hard problems, shift fluidly as priorities evolve, and operate with the trust, curiosity, and discipline required in a complex mission space. This foundation allows us to deliver elegant, effective solutions and uphold our purpose: protecting our precious inheritance. Benefits Comprehensive medical plan options HSA/FSA accounts Dental and vision coverage 6% employer 401(k) match Fully paid parental leave for all new parents Generous PTO Life and disability insurance Long-term and Short-term disability coverage AD&D Coverage Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub Work Authorisation/Security Clearance Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role does not require U.S. citizenship and does not require a security clearance. Additional requirements: Candidates must provide proof of all required professional certifications and auditor credentials (e.g., ISO Lead Auditor, CSP, NEBOSH, etc.) during the hiring process. Position may require passing a standard employment background check. Role may require adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR), depending on assigned projects. AAP/EEO Statement Legal Entity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require. Work Location This role will hybrid with regular attendance at our California offices in Temecula and Riverside. Although physically located in California, this is an enterprise‑level role with responsibilities that extend across all Metrea Groups, Capability Areas, and global locations. Regular travel will be required to support audits, training, and EHS compliance activities at other sites. Work Environment This job operates in an office setting Travel Regular travel will be required to support audits, training, and EHS compliance activities at other sites. 30% (including overseas travel)

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