EHS Specialist – Petfurdo

About the role

Huntsman is looking for a motivated EHS Specialist to join its team in Petfurdo, Hungary. The position is full-time and on-site, Monday to Friday, reporting directly to the EHS Manager. It involves daily on-site presence, close collaboration with production teams, contractors and leadership, and active involvement in inspections, audits and incident investigations. Candidates at any level of experience are welcome, including early-career people eager to contribute to the company's Zero Harm culture.

Key responsibilities

• Develop risk reduction initiatives and help employees and leadership implement safety improvements
• Organize and coordinate EHS development programs, monitor progress and ensure safe operations in line with Huntsman standards and local regulations
• Oversee safety-conscious operations in occupational safety, fire protection and disaster management
• Maintain communication with authorities and collaborate with internal departments on EHS and industrial safety
• Take part in incident investigations, follow up on corrective actions and take part in internal and external audits and official inspections
• Keep EHS procedures and instructions up to date and ensure they are followed
• Support EHS risk management, promote a strong safety culture and raise hazard awareness through the Zero Harm program
• Monitor contractor compliance with EHS requirements and prepare, update and deliver occupational safety and fire protection training

Required profile

• Minimum secondary-level EHS qualification (EHS Technician, EHS Officer)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related EHS role in the manufacturing industry
• Strong knowledge of EHS principles and compliance requirements
• Hands-on experience in inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations
• Confident spoken and written English
• Ability to work fully on-site (remote work only in ad hoc situations); occasional weekend work may be required
• Advantage: Fire Safety Officer or Fire Protection Engineer qualification