EH&S Lead

Where Conviviality is at work.

Pernod Ricard is a global premium international champagnes and spirits company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, and a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, TX, Smooth Ambler and Skrewball™ whiskey.

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Fort Worth, is $67,700.00 to $84,600.00. The range may vary if the role is outside of this location.  Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position. 

Position Summary:

The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist/Lead (EHS) is responsible for identifying, removing, and reducing hazards and risks. The lead will develop and implement policies that ensure compliance with all safety rules and regulations and assist departments with compliance and improve the health and safety practices of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

Implementation and Policy Development:

• Implement and deliver initial and refresher EHS training programs to operations team members and all new hires
• Conduct site risk assessments to ensure risks are identified
• Work with the site leadership team to develop risk mitigation and elimination strategies to ensure a safe working environment
• Manage and implement environmental, health & safety programs to meet both regulatory requirements and Pernod Ricard requirements
• Help drive EHS continuous improvement efforts across the site
• Develop corrective action plans utilizing key stakeholders and tracking items to closure
• Drive Safety Culture initiatives

Record Keeping:

• Conduct incident and accident investigations to determine root cause, preventative actions and track actions to closure
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations
• Maintain required recordkeeping documents as required, ensure timely reporting for all site permits
• Maintain relevant EHS logs and documentation

Data Driven:

• Partner with site management to ensure applicable EHS related KPIs (accident rates, training participation, defects, etc.) are defined, tracked and measured on a regular basis.  Focus should be on continuous improvement
• Conducts inspections where required
• Drive site environmental sustainability targets

Ongoing:

• Coordinate the purchase, proper use, maintenance, and inspection of necessary safety and personal protective equipment
• Provide assistance and advice on EHS issues and make recommendations to area managers
• Ability to work with employees and achieve safety cultural progression, maintain positive and proactive relations with managers and employees
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required

Experience:

• 5+ years of safety management experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Familiarity with reference standards (NFPA, OSHA, DISCUS, ANSI).
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships and facilitate learning
• Public speaking skills Proficiency with computer applications and Microsoft products

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date:

2026-07-13

When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings ourculture to life.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check outPRUSABenefits.com for details.

This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.

Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us atPR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com.