Twelve is a new kind of chemical company built for the climate era. Our breakthrough technology eliminates emissions by turning CO2 into essential products.
We are a team of scientists, engineers and problem solvers on a mission to fundamentally shift the way the world addresses climate change and lead the transition to a fossil free future with our carbon transformation technology.
The EHS Specialist will support the EH&S team with the development, implementation, and administration of environment, health and safety policies and programs. They will help researchers and engineers maintain compliance with city and state regulations.
They will learn and grow as they are exposed to new and interesting challenges. This role will work closely with the lab services and safety teams to ensure that Twelve is providing a safe place to work for all team members.
This is an on-site position based in our Berkeley, CA office.
What you will do:
- Be a resource for code compliance, safe chemical handling, proper hazardous waste storage, disposal, and transportation
- Assist in the preparation and delivery of EHS training to all team members
- Support management of the Hazardous waste and other environmental compliance programs
- Manage implementation of a variety of occupational health and safety programs, including Chemical Hygiene, Injury & Illness Prevention and Emergency preparedness and response programs.
- Lead incident and accident investigations
- Be the technical team’s point of contact for EHS concerns
- Evaluate PPE and other safety equipment to support new processes and equipment
- Manage communication with local and state regulatory agencies regarding permitting compliance
- Collect, organize and maintain data and records for EHS permit compliance and reporting
- Other duties as assigned
Who you are:
- You have 3+ years of experience in an EHS role
- Bachelor’s degree in safety, engineering, environmental science, or another related field
- 5 or more years of related experience may be used to substitute the educational requirement
- You are knowledgeable on federal, state and local regulations as well as environmental, health and safety best management practices
- You have a background in chemical processing, refinery, laboratory, or similar industrial settings
- You have strong written and verbal communication skills
- You have the demonstrated ability to deliver results through strong planning, organizing and project or program implementation skills
- You have the ability to influence others without direct authority
- You are proficient with various types of EHS instrumentation (e.g. gas detectors, sound level meters, sampling pumps, anemometers,etc.)
- You are a collaborative problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications (any of these is a plus!)
- Startup experience
- R&D experience
- Environmental compliance and permitting expertise
- Fire code and building code expertise
- Electrical safety expertise
- Process safety expertise
- OSHA Outreach Trainer certification
- Advanced HAZOP, PHA, or FMEA experience
- Proficiency with tracking and analyzing EHS Metrics
- Holding or working towards professional certification(s) in EHS related fields are considered beneficial and may include CIH, CHMM, CPE, CSP, ASP, OHST, etc.
Twelve Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid sick days and vacation
- Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience
- Diverse and inclusive work environment
At Twelve, it's important each employee is compensated competitively and fairly. In alignment with state legal requirements, Twelve conducts exhaustive research to understand compensation markets. A range for the included position is listed below. Be advised, actual offer details are determined by job category, job location, and candidate skill level.
United States Wage Range: $116,000 - $145,000 USD
Please note that some pay bands may have wide ranges of compensation to accommodate candidate's diverse sets of skill levels.
We believe that the unique contributions of each individual is the driver of our success. To make sure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
Want to work with us but don't see a current opening that fits your background? Submit a general application for Future Opportunities or email us at [email protected] for further inquiries.
Twelve is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified applicants, and complies with federal and state disability laws. As part of this commitment, Twelve will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Talent team by email at [email protected].