EHS Programs Specialist

Job Summary:

The Environmental Health and Safety Programs Specialist is responsible for the continuous improvement of EHS programs that strengthen employee engagement, regulatory compliance, organizational preparedness, and a culture of prevention. Reporting to the EHS Programs & Planning Manager, this role develops and implements EHS engagement strategy, including incentives, communications, metrics reporting, safety meeting programs, training, and other activities designed to increase awareness and employee participation. The position analyzes data and provides recommendations that have a direct impact on Key Performance Indicators that improve safety culture. This role is in continuous contact with EHS leadership, Operations Leadership, Learning & Development, and field personnel to promote consistent adoption of EHS practices.

At Global Partners, business starts with people. Since 1933, we’ve believed in taking care of our customers, our guests, our communities, and each other—and that belief continues to guide us.  

The Global Spirit is how we work to fuel that long term commitment to success. As a Fortune 500 company with 90+ years of experience, we’re proud to fuel communities—responsibly and sustainably. We show up every day with grit, passion, and purpose—anticipating needs, building lasting relationships, and creating shared value. 

Job Description:

• EHS Engagement Strategy, Culture and Communications
• Design and implement an EHS employee engagement strategy, including developing policies, procedures and initiatives that promote participation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Design an EHS communication strategy and develop structure for EHS communications, including newsletters, alerts, campaign materials, announcements, and other employee communications. Conduct facility-level outreach to gather necessary insight and content as well as evaluate effectiveness.
• Responsible for creating, owning and managing a new Terminal Safety Committee program to reduce injury rates and safety related liabilities, including setting the rules and structure around who makes up the committee and how the committee functions.
• Develop engagement strategy by managing and incentivizing the “Good Catch” employee reporting program and other feedback mechanisms.
• Program Analytics and Reporting
• Analyze data and make recommendations that lead to the development of metrics and Key Performance Indicators that drive and improve safety culture.
• Assist with management of EHS records, forms, and program documentation.
• Manage responsibilities related to certain EHS programs (e.g. Tier II, OSHA Reporting, ESG reporting).
• Flag and raise opportunities for automation and process improvement to Manager.
• Assist with special projects and continuous improvement initiatives supporting EHS strategic initiatives.
• Training and Development
• Redesign EHS training programs to influence effectiveness, compliance, and promote safety culture.
• Influence and direct Learning & Development to achieve engagement strategy.
• Plan and execute emergency response training (HAZWOPER), drills and exercises for terminal operations and incident management team.

Additional Job Description:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Emergency Management, Communications, Education, Business, or related discipline required.
• 3-5 years of experience supporting EHS training, communications, operations, compliance, or related programs. Preferred experience coordinating safety programs, employee engagement initiatives, or emergency preparedness activities in retail, oil & gas, or terminal operations.
• Experience designing engagement strategies that influence and sustain employee behavior change to improve organizational culture.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Must be able to create engaging communications, presentations, and training materials.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Experience with Gensuite or similar EHS management software preferred.
• Knowledge of publishing tools preferred (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express, Adobe Illustrator).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable facilitating meetings, training sessions, and group discussions.
• Working knowledge of emergency response planning requirements, including FRP, SPCC, PREP, HAZWOPER, and related programs preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to support training, drills, exercises, and EHS program initiatives.
• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Emergency Management, Communications, Education, Business, or related discipline.

Pay Range:

$70,400.00 - $105,600.00

The pay range for this position is outlined above. The final amount offered at the start of employment is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience level, knowledge, skills, abilities and geographic location, and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

Our Commitments to You

• Coins! We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth. We have an amazing Talent Development Team who create trainings for growth and job development.

• Health & Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.

• The Road Ahead – We offer 401k and a match component!

• Professional Development - We provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.

What to Expect From the Hiring Process

We value passion and potential. Please apply if you’re qualified and interested—we’d love to hear from you. 

A member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and may connect you with the hiring manager if your experience is a strong match. 

Interviews are conducted virtually and in person, depending on the role. We’ll provide more details about next steps if selected to move forward.  

Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-747-9675 or 781-7GP-WORK.

*Disclaimer: At Global Partners, we don't use lie detector tests for any employment decisions. We follow all the rules and regulations, so we need to let you know: In Massachusetts, it's illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment of continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.