EHS Plant Technician

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent - want to join the ride?

Support site EHS programs, procedures, inspections, audits, safety walks, and field observations to identify hazards and verify controls.

Monitor maintenance, repair, outage, project, contractor, and high-risk work activities, including LOTO, confined space, hot work, lifting, work at height, and electrical work.

Support hazard assessments, risk reviews, job safety analyses, permits to work, pre-task planning, and stop-work authority when immediate risk exists.

Promote reporting of near misses, incidents, hazard observations, and safety walks; support investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and follow-up.

Track EHS metrics, inspection findings, trends, corrective actions, recurring risk themes, and compliance documentation.

Support environmental compliance, including waste handling, labeling, storage, spill prevention, stormwater controls, housekeeping, and emergency preparedness.

Assist with toolbox talks, safety briefings, training, contractor onboarding, orientations, emergency drills, and response coordination.

What We Are Looking For

If your experience aligns with most of the areas below, we encourage you to apply.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certification in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of EHS, safety experience in the maintenance, operations, construction, power generation, oil and gas, manufacturing or heavy industry, or related experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926, general industry safety practices, and applicable EPA or state environmental requirements.
• Experience with inspections, audits, incident investigations, corrective actions, EHS documentation, high-risk work activities, and safety reporting systems.
• Ability to identify hazards, assess risk, and support practical solutions in a fast-paced operating plant environment.
• Strong English communication skills with employees, contractors, supervisors, operations, maintenance, and site leadership; proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet site access, background, and safety requirements as applicable.

Preferred / Nice to Have

• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification, First Aid / CPR / AED certification, or ability to obtain.
• Experience with LOTO, confined space, fall protection, hazard communication, spill response, NFPA 70E, or electrical safety programs.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, HAZWOPER, RCRA, DOT, or other environmental compliance requirements.

Personal Attributes

• Safety-first mindset with strong field presence, practical problem-solving, and genuine concern for employee health and safety.
• Clear communicator with attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to influence safe behaviors.
• Collaborative, accountable, and able to build trust while promoting a positive safety culture.

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.