EHS Specialist

Health & Safety Jobs. Cosmos Jobs. EHS Specialist leading the implementation and continuous improvement of the Environmental Management System and Workplace Safety Program, requiring a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health or Environmental Science, a postgraduate diploma and minimum 3 years EHS experience with ISO 14001:2015 knowledge, in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, on-site role.

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a proactive and experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the company’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and Workplace Safety Program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain environmental, health and safety policies, procedures, SOPs, and emergency response programs.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and occupational safety legislation, ISO 14001:2015 requirements, and company standards.
• Conduct environmental and safety audits, inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Manage environmental permits, licenses, regulatory reporting, and relationships with agencies such as NEMA and DOSH.
• Oversee pharmaceutical waste management, chemical safety, environmental monitoring, and compliance activities.
• Coordinate EHS training programs and promote employee awareness on environmental and workplace safety matters.
• Monitor safety infrastructure, PPE compliance, contractor safety, and emergency preparedness systems.
• Track environmental and safety performance KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health or Environmental Management.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an EHS role.
• Practical experience implementing and maintaining ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan environmental and occupational health & safety legislation.
• NEBOSH IGC/Diploma and ISO 14001:2015 Internal Auditor training will be an added advantage.
• Experience within a pharmaceutical/manufacturing environment is desirable.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent communication, training and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and report-writing abilities.
• High attention to detail and regulatory compliance focus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Crisis management skills for environmental and safety emergencies.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to submit their application, indicating the position title in the subject line.
Deadline; 6th October 2026, COB
Send application to [email protected] Subject EHS Specialist