As an Environmental Health & Safety Associate, you will play a key role in strengthening our workplace safety culture across both office and field environments.
You will support day-to-day health & safety operations, help ensure compliance with local regulations and corporate standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce risk and promote a safe, responsible working environment.
This is a hands-on role where you will combine administrative support, coordination, training assistance, and data tracking to help embed a strong safety mindset across the organization.
Requirements
- University degree (or equivalent experience) in Occupational Health & Safety, Facilities Management, or a related field
- 1 - 3 years of experience in a corporate or office environment (internship experience considered)
- Basic understanding of workplace risk areas (e.g., slips, trips, emergency preparedness, field safety fundamentals)
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence positive safety behaviors
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across teams
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Fluent English (written and spoken)
- Occupational Health & Safety certification or equivalent qualification is a plus
Areas of Responsibilities1. Compliance & Program Support
- Support implementation of local health & safety regulations and corporate EHS standards
- Assist in maintaining and administering corporate EHS programs and tools
- Communicate key health & safety initiatives across the local organization
- Support compliance documentation and reporting requirements
2. Systems, Training & Emergency Preparedness
- Support the ongoing maintenance of EHS management systems to ensure compliance with internal and external standards
- Assist in developing and delivering engaging safety training and awareness sessions
- Help maintain emergency preparedness plans and response readiness
- Support internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks using designated systems and tools
3. Planning & Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to annual and strategic EHS planning by tracking performance indicators and supporting execution of initiatives
- Participate in programs aimed at identifying hazards and reducing workplace risk
- Support continuous improvement efforts across health & safety processes
4. Incident Reporting & Investigation
- Ensure timely reporting and accurate documentation of workplace incidents
- Maintain up-to-date incident records in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and tracking of corrective actions
5. Culture & Engagement
- Actively participate in the Health & Safety Committee
- Promote a strong safety culture through daily behaviors and leading by example
- Encourage proactive hazard reporting and safe work practices across teams
Other
- Manages various tasks and projects as they arise or as requested by the Fleet Manager
What to expect:
At JTI Liggett, we are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer and awarded the Global Equality Standards certificate, continuing our commitment to equal pay and equal opportunities.
Our culture is what makes JTI Liggett a fun and exciting environment to work in. We value integrity, trust, empowerment, and freedom – freedom of choice, freedom of thought, freedom of expression, and freedom to be yourself.
We ask for accountability, ownership, results, and collaboration.
And we care for our people's well-being. In addition to the salary, you can enjoy the following benefits:
- Annual Performance-based Bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Personal Development Programs
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plan for employees & family members
- Life Insurance
- Matching 401(K)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Family Leave (20 weeks)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Education/Tuition Assistance
- Volunteering Activities
- Employee Assistance Program (counseling services for employees & family members)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $76,100.00 per year
Location:
- Raleigh, NC 27609 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Raleigh, NC 27609: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Raleigh, NC 27609
