Entry Level Environmental Health And Safety Manager Jobs
New grad environmental health and safety manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a demonstrated understanding of OSHA compliance can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Jabil, Wabash, and Mittera hiring at this level now.
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Preferred Environmental Services, a full service NYC& NYS Certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) located in Albany, NY has an opening for the following positions (to be onsite - location - upstate NY - between Albany and Utica NY ):
An experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Professional for managing, oversight, enforcement and compliance on environmental and construction projects in upstate NY.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Oversight, management and enforcement of environmental and safety related construction projects.
- Worker safety air monitoring
- Community air monitoring using state of the art equipment and telemetry
- Environmental duties including but are not limited to:
- Spill prevention and accidental release prevention
- Wastewater management
- Excavated soil management. Hazardous and nonhazardous waste management. Lead, Asbestos, Mercury, PCB, Chemicals, etc. identification, abatement and disposal. DOT waste management. Assist with manifest/bill of lading preparation for all waste shipments. Development and Review of Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
- Review and approve construction workers Personnel Protection Equipment (PPE). Review and evaluate contractor safety records and job performance
- Respiratory protection requirements
- HazCom, confined space, fall protection, electrical safety, 1ock-out-tag-out (LOTO)procedures
- Adherence to Contractor's Health and Safety Plans (HASP)
- Coordinate and obtain Site Operations approval of the Work Clearance Process. Construction safety audits
- Employee exposure prevention (JH)
- Hazard migration prevention
- Coordinate with Project and Construction Engineers and Inspectors as necessary to keep work schedule flowing while maintaining EH&S compliance.
- Coordinate and direct specialty contractors as necessary.
- Provide EHS reporting as necessary and daily reports of all project inspections.
- Assist with contractor safety briefings (Safety Tool Box Talks) as required.
- Assist in developing procedures necessary, serve as a construction inspector and work clearance holder as needed.
- Participate as directed with Root-cause accident/incident investigations, such as fatality investigations, fire or sprinkler accidents, battery 01' electrical system failures, hazardous materials spills, etc.
- Ensure construction contractors wok crew and project oversight personnel are familiar with approved Emergency Response and Evacuation Plans.
- Ensure contactors work activities are in accordance with Site operations Station Orders.
- Professional must have a cell phone capable of receiving email, a portable computer and wireless network card and be able to communicate seamlessly with the Authority from remote sites and at all times.
- Consultant must have a reliable vehicle to be able to travel to each job site and facility
Other specific skills we are looking for include:
- Subcontractor Oversight
- Strong technical writing abilities
- Good communications skills
- Wordperfect, Microsoft Word & Excel proficiency
1. Bachelor's degree (Environmental Management or Studies, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biology, Chemistry, Ecology and Engineering) level is a minimum or experience substitute.
2. Advanced degree is desirable.
3. Significant (minimum 2+ years) experience in relevant EHS disciplines (i.e. air monitoring, CAMP, air, water, hazardous materials, industrial waste, reporting, etc.).
4. Knowledge of New York State and federal environmental regulations and agencies is expected.
5. Ability to communicate (written & oral) with various levels of management and contract positions regarding issues affecting environment, safety, health, and fire protection aspects of the work environment.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to draft Environmental Health & Safety Policy and Procedures as needed as well as presentations for management and employees.
7. Strong computer skills.
8. Possess the managerial skills necessary to effectively administer associated programs and allow for sufficient field and administrative activities.
9. The majority of the following credentials are essential and will be considered in the evaluation process. Candidate must have and provide current certifications and training:
SST 8 hr Supevisor Certification
OSHA 30 Hour Certification
OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER and 8 hr refresher
Annual training, Physical and fit test that meets the requirements of 1910.134 and appendixes for Respiratory Protection
Understanding of Federal, NYS and Site requirements.
First Aid/CPR Trained Certification
10. Working knowledge of organizations including but not limited to OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration),DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety & Health), NFPA (National Fire Protection association), NIOSH (National Institute/Occupational Safety & Health), and NSC (National Safety Council), DOT (Department of Transportation), etc.
Please email a copy of your resume to jhaimson@preferredenv.com, detailing your salary requirements, certifications and a cover letter. Preferred Environmental Services offers an excellent benefits package. Salary range $60,000 to $90,000.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Preferred Environmental Services, a full service NYC& NYS Certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) located in Albany, NY has an opening for the following positions (to be onsite - location - upstate NY - between Albany and Utica NY ):
An experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Professional for managing, oversight, enforcement and compliance on environmental and construction projects in upstate NY.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Oversight, management and enforcement of environmental and safety related construction projects.
- Worker safety air monitoring
- Community air monitoring using state of the art equipment and telemetry
- Environmental duties including but are not limited to:
- Spill prevention and accidental release prevention
- Wastewater management
- Excavated soil management. Hazardous and nonhazardous waste management. Lead, Asbestos, Mercury, PCB, Chemicals, etc. identification, abatement and disposal. DOT waste management. Assist with manifest/bill of lading preparation for all waste shipments. Development and Review of Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
- Review and approve construction workers Personnel Protection Equipment (PPE). Review and evaluate contractor safety records and job performance
- Respiratory protection requirements
- HazCom, confined space, fall protection, electrical safety, 1ock-out-tag-out (LOTO)procedures
- Adherence to Contractor's Health and Safety Plans (HASP)
- Coordinate and obtain Site Operations approval of the Work Clearance Process. Construction safety audits
- Employee exposure prevention (JH)
- Hazard migration prevention
- Coordinate with Project and Construction Engineers and Inspectors as necessary to keep work schedule flowing while maintaining EH&S compliance.
- Coordinate and direct specialty contractors as necessary.
- Provide EHS reporting as necessary and daily reports of all project inspections.
- Assist with contractor safety briefings (Safety Tool Box Talks) as required.
- Assist in developing procedures necessary, serve as a construction inspector and work clearance holder as needed.
- Participate as directed with Root-cause accident/incident investigations, such as fatality investigations, fire or sprinkler accidents, battery 01' electrical system failures, hazardous materials spills, etc.
- Ensure construction contractors wok crew and project oversight personnel are familiar with approved Emergency Response and Evacuation Plans.
- Ensure contactors work activities are in accordance with Site operations Station Orders.
- Professional must have a cell phone capable of receiving email, a portable computer and wireless network card and be able to communicate seamlessly with the Authority from remote sites and at all times.
- Consultant must have a reliable vehicle to be able to travel to each job site and facility
Other specific skills we are looking for include:
- Subcontractor Oversight
- Strong technical writing abilities
- Good communications skills
- Wordperfect, Microsoft Word & Excel proficiency
1. Bachelor's degree (Environmental Management or Studies, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biology, Chemistry, Ecology and Engineering) level is a minimum or experience substitute.
2. Advanced degree is desirable.
3. Significant (minimum 2+ years) experience in relevant EHS disciplines (i.e. air monitoring, CAMP, air, water, hazardous materials, industrial waste, reporting, etc.).
4. Knowledge of New York State and federal environmental regulations and agencies is expected.
5. Ability to communicate (written & oral) with various levels of management and contract positions regarding issues affecting environment, safety, health, and fire protection aspects of the work environment.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to draft Environmental Health & Safety Policy and Procedures as needed as well as presentations for management and employees.
7. Strong computer skills.
8. Possess the managerial skills necessary to effectively administer associated programs and allow for sufficient field and administrative activities.
9. The majority of the following credentials are essential and will be considered in the evaluation process. Candidate must have and provide current certifications and training:
SST 8 hr Supevisor Certification
OSHA 30 Hour Certification
OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER and 8 hr refresher
Annual training, Physical and fit test that meets the requirements of 1910.134 and appendixes for Respiratory Protection
Understanding of Federal, NYS and Site requirements.
First Aid/CPR Trained Certification
10. Working knowledge of organizations including but not limited to OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration),DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety & Health), NFPA (National Fire Protection association), NIOSH (National Institute/Occupational Safety & Health), and NSC (National Safety Council), DOT (Department of Transportation), etc.
Please email a copy of your resume to jhaimson@preferredenv.com, detailing your salary requirements, certifications and a cover letter. Preferred Environmental Services offers an excellent benefits package. Salary range $60,000 to $90,000.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Entry Level Environmental Health And Safety Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level environmental health and safety manager job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates with a degree in environmental science, occupational health, industrial hygiene, or a related field, plus any hands-on experience from internships, co-ops, or campus safety programs. Certifications like the OSHA 30-hour course or an associate safety professional credential give candidates a clear edge. Tailoring your application to show familiarity with incident reporting, regulatory compliance, and hazard identification helps you stand out against other new graduates.
Which companies hire entry level environmental health and safety managers?
Companies hiring entry level environmental health and safety managers right now include Jabil, Wabash, and Mittera, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from manufacturing, construction, logistics, and chemical companies that maintain dedicated EHS teams and regularly bring in junior staff to support compliance operations.
Are there remote entry level environmental health and safety manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of workplace safety work. About 4% of entry level environmental health and safety manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and these positions typically involve administrative compliance work, documentation, or supporting a distributed team rather than direct facility inspections.
Are these new grad environmental health and safety manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior environmental health and safety manager roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats relevant internships, co-op rotations, or a capstone project as equivalent to early professional work. Look for postings that list preferred rather than required experience, or that explicitly mention training programs for early-career candidates.
Which industries hire the most entry level environmental health and safety managers?
Entry Level environmental health and safety manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they face strict federal and state safety regulations, operate physical worksites that require ongoing hazard monitoring, and need junior staff to help senior EHS professionals maintain compliance documentation and training programs.