Title:  EHS PROJECT ENGINEER

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Department: EHS

Reporting to: EHS PROJECT MANAGER

Employment: Temporary, 2 years

Location: Bucharest, Romania 

EHS PROJECT ENGINEER

The EHS Project Engineer is responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards throughout the lifecycle of projects. The role focuses on risk identification, regulatory compliance, and proactive EHS measures to support safe, sustainable operations. The primary objective is to minimize incidents, protect the environment, and create a safety-oriented culture aligned with company values and legal obligations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report EHS performance indicators as per internal requirements and applicable legal obligations, including communication with relevant authorities.
• Ensure all project team members and contractors are trained in Contractor Safety Management and comply with JTI EHS requirements throughout project execution.
• Implement operational controls to maintain a safe working environment, particularly on the contractor side; conduct routine safety inspections and audits to identify and address risks.
• Proactively support the project team in identifying and mitigating potential EHS risks early in the project lifecycle to prevent incidents.
• Investigate accidents, near-misses, and environmental events; ensure corrective actions are executed and lessons learned are effectively communicated across teams.

Who we are looking for – Requirements: 

Education: High technical school degree - Specialization in EHS or certified as Mobile Construction Site Safety Coordinator (HG 300/2006)

Risk Evaluation certification required

Work experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in EHS within industrial or construction environments

Language: Proficient in English & Romanian (spoken and written).

Other skills and knowledge:   

• In-depth knowledge of EHS legislation and standards
• Strong risk assessment and incident investigation capabilities
• Effective communication and training delivery skills
• Proactive mindset and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in project teams

What are the next steps:  

• Pre-interview with Talent Advisor JTI GBS
• SHL test (online), Excel tests
• HM interview with the Factory People & Culture Manager

All applications will be reviewed. Please be aware that you will receive a call from Poland (prefix +48), as our Global Business Services is based in Warsaw.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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