Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Benefits Package:  Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
Complimentary Daily Meals: Enjoy FREE breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift

Our Mission:

• To be the word's most admired air and travel provider

Our Core Values:

• We Are Safe
• We Are Future Thinkers
• We Play To Win
• We Respect Everyone and Work As A Team

The EHS Specialist will play a critical role in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment across food production, warehousing, transportation, and airport-related operations. This position is responsible for conducting safety inspections, identifying workplace hazards, investigating incidents, coordinating employee safety training, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in environmental health and safety within a fast-paced operational environment, preferably in aviation, airline catering, food manufacturing, logistics, or distribution.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Workplace Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Support the implementation and enforcement of company-wide environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.

• Monitor compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and applicable state and local safety regulations.

• Conduct routine safety inspections and workplace hazard assessments across production facilities, warehouses, loading docks, and transportation areas.

• Identify unsafe working conditions, recommend corrective actions, and monitor their timely resolution.

• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), machine guarding, chemical handling procedures, and workplace safety controls.

• Support compliance with hazardous communication, emergency response, fire prevention, and injury prevention requirements.
  
  

Incident Investigation & Risk Management

• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, near misses, and safety-related incidents to identify root causes and preventive measures.
  
  
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, corrective actions, and safety training.
  
  
• Assist with OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements, including OSHA 300 logs, as applicable.
  
  
• Partner with operational leadership to develop corrective action plans and reduce workplace incidents.
  
  
• Monitor workplace safety trends and recommend improvements to minimize operational risks.
  
  

Training & Employee Engagement

• Conduct new-hire safety orientations and ongoing employee safety training.
  
  
• Develop and deliver training related to hazard identification, PPE, ergonomics, emergency procedures, and safe equipment operation.
  
  
• Promote employee engagement and accountability through safety awareness campaigns and workplace initiatives.
  
  
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Operations to reinforce a strong safety culture across all departments.
  
  
• Participate in safety committee meetings and operational safety reviews.
  
  

Environmental & Operational Safety

• Support environmental compliance related to waste management, chemical storage, spill prevention, and hazardous materials handling.
  
  
• Conduct safety assessments involving commercial kitchens, refrigerated environments, industrial equipment, and material-handling operations.
  
  
• Monitor safe working practices involving loading docks, commercial vehicles, and airport catering equipment.
  
  
• Coordinate with transportation leadership to support applicable fleet, driver, and vehicle safety requirements.
  Partner with Quality Assurance and Food Safety teams to support compliance with facility hygiene, sanitation, and applicable food safety procedures.
  
  
• Assist with regulatory inspections, internal audits, and external safety assessments.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Track and analyze key safety performance indicators, including workplace injuries, incident frequency, near misses, training completion, and corrective action closure.
  
  
• Prepare safety reports and communicate findings to facility leadership.
  
  
• Recommend operational improvements designed to reduce workplace hazards and strengthen regulatory compliance.
  
  
• Support company-wide EHS initiatives and the standardization of best practices.

Personal Injury & Auto Claims Management

• Collaborate with Human Resources team, Workers Compensation Carriers managing the workers’ compensation claims from initial reporting through resolution, ensuring timely processing and follow-up.
• Report workplace injuries and illnesses to insurance carriers and third-party administrators. Prepare and submit required forms, accident reports, and supporting documentation within established deadlines.
• Maintained accurate claim files.
• Monitored claim status, and return-to-work dates.
• Assist with the administration of workers’ compensation benefits and claim-related inquiries.
• Ensured compliance with applicable workers’ compensation regulations, reporting requirements, and company policies.
• Coordinate return-to-work and modified-duty arrangements in collaboration with HR, management, and providers.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred; with three years relevant experience or 7 years relevant experience with Associate Degree or High School Diploma.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.
  
  
• Experience conducting safety inspections, incident investigations, and risk assessments.
  
  
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Ability to deliver safety training to employees at various organizational levels.
  
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  
  
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional operational teams.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in airline catering, aviation, food manufacturing, warehousing, transportation, or logistics.
  OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification.
  
  
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and commercial transportation safety practices.
  
  
• Knowledge of HACCP principles, food production environments, and sanitation procedures.
  
  
• Experience developing workplace safety programs and monitoring safety performance metrics.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we’re proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we’re committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout their employment without current or future sponsorship from dnata Catering USA.

Notice Regarding Background Checks (State Law Disclosures)

dnata Catering may obtain consumer reports and/or investigative consumer reports about applicants or employees for employment purposes, in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.) and applicable state laws.

• California: Pursuant to the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act (Cal. Civ. Code § 1786 et seq.), dnata Catering may obtain an investigative consumer report that may include information regarding your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living. You have the right to request a copy of any report obtained.
• New York: In accordance with Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law and the New York Human Rights Law, background checks will be conducted only as permitted by law, and any employment decision based on criminal history will follow required legal standards and notice requirements.
• Massachusetts: Pursuant to the Massachusetts Consumer Reporting Act (M.G.L. c. 93, § 52 et seq.) and the Massachusetts CORI statute (M.G.L. c. 6, § 172), dnata Catering may obtain a consumer report or criminal offender record information for employment purposes, consistent with state law. Applicants may request a copy of any report obtained.
• New Jersey: In accordance with the New Jersey Opportunity to Compete Act (N.J.S.A. 34:6B-11 et seq.) and applicable consumer reporting laws, background checks will be conducted only as permitted by law, and applicants will receive required notices and rights regarding any consumer report obtained.
• Texas: Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable Texas law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Applicants will receive required disclosures and authorizations prior to any consumer report being obtained.
• Tennessee: Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable Tennessee law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Applicants will receive required disclosures and authorizations prior to any consumer report being obtained.