EHS Sr. Specialist

Job Description

Position Overview:

Our company is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist based in Sao Paulo, Brazil. This role will be responsible for office EHS and motor vehicle safety in Brazil and other countries in Central America. The position reports to the Manager, Safety & Environment for Commercial Operations LATAM.

We offer attractive career opportunities within the global EHS function and support individual development through internal training, external educational programs, and professional certifications. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with EHS experts and pharmaceutical professionals, translating safety-related information into best practices and communicating across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures completion of all regulatory requirements, submissions, and notifications necessary to maintain compliance with the local EHS laws for offices, motor vehicle safety, and commercial operations (Brazil & Central America).

• Regularly track and maintain accurate records to demonstrate compliance with EHS programs, our company standards, and legal requirements.

• Collaborate with and provide guidance to local leadership and facilities management to ensure consistent implementation of EHS programs.

• Monitor and report on KPIs, providing clear and concise EHS performance updates to operational leaders, and develop strategies for continuous improvement and sustainable compliance.

• Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders, internal peers, and suppliers by promoting diversity and inclusion, remaining unbiased, and fostering collaboration.

• Establish and ensure completion of corrective actions to address areas requiring improvement. Conduct thorough investigations of EHS events, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.

• Partner with Fleet Management, service providers, Human Resources, and site leaders to ensure compliance with the Global Motor Vehicle Safety program.

• Provide expert advice and coordinate local technical support.

• Implement global initiatives and campaigns, and develop local actions to reinforce injury prevention based on trending analysis.

• Work with the Communication teams to develop and implement effective strategies that promote safety awareness through available channels.

• Ensure proper reporting and management of all EHS events, such as accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental events, in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Escalate concerns through management as appropriate.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, or a related technical discipline.

• Safety Technician according to NR4 Specialized Services in Occupational Health and Safety

• Advanced EHS experience.

• Experience managing multiple legal entities.

• Experience leading/supporting EHS in different countries.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (advanced Spanish will be a plus)

• knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and related applications.

• Proven ability to present information clearly and concisely at all organization levels. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and adaptability to changing situations. 

• Collaborative, open-minded, and curious, with the willingness to innovate process and work in a multicultural team.

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Biosafety, Communication, Community Leadership, Corporate Productions, Corrective Action Management, EHS Auditing, EHS Compliance, EHS Program Management, Environmental Regulatory Compliance, Global Initiatives, Health and Safety Legislation, Incident Investigations, Industrial Hygiene, Injury Prevention, Interpersonal Relationships, IS Audit, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Legal Entity Management, Occupational Safety and Health Programs, Oral Communications, Process Safety Management, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Awareness {+ 5 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company.  No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. 

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

na

Job Posting End Date:

12/3/2025

*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R375022

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