Lead EHS Trainer

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. 

Project Overview:

Please use this field to provide any standard language being used externally to describe the project (typically the first few sentences used to describe the project on the http://bechtel.com website or in press releases) . If no overview is available, please remove this section and Talent Acquisition will add a general description for the GBU.

Job Summary:

The Lead EHS Trainer develops and helps execute the training and awareness component of an Environmental, Safety, and Health (ES&H) program. Key activities involve development of training plans and courses, preparation of training materials, recordkeeping, teaching and coaching, and execution of awareness campaigns to enhance ES&H performance and leadership. The position involves practical application of teaching methods to promote knowledge and participation within a diverse workforce. The position reports to an ES&H Manager. #LI-AE2

Major Responsibilities:

• Manages and develops ES&H learning, training, and awareness programs and initiatives as a member of an ES&H team, with the objective to enhance understanding and implementation of the ES&H program.


• Develops and coordinates ES&H standard and specialized courses that relate to Bechtel's ES&H requirements and subjects (core processes) and ES&H Management System. 


• Works with subject matter experts to develop course materials and awareness strategies.


• Has a train-the-trainer role, providing guidance to other training personnel, and assuring that training quality and consistency expectations are met.


• Prepares and maintains an overarching ES&H learning and development plan, and coordinates it with Human Resources regarding employee training requirements.


• Gives and helps prepare presentations and facilitates training programs.


• Identifies and promotes innovative teaching and learning techniques. 


• Promotes a composite strategy of instructor-led and online courses, hands-on training (e.g., hazard school), posters, bulletin boards, supervisor meetings, and other methods to establish knowledge and awareness of all three ES&H disciplines.


• Promotes and applies the ES&H Management System to achieve continual improvement.


• Prepares learning, training, and marketing materials (e.g., brochures, media, and print materials). 


• May use third-party vendors to provide course materials and translation services, as required and approved.


• Uses best practices and incident data to help improve the content of training courses and materials.


• Uses the ES&H website and other technology as part of a learning and awareness strategy.


• Develops, promotes, and implements ES&H initiatives and awareness campaigns.


• Responds to specialized training requests and aids employee development needs. 


• Supports execution of an ES&H program by assisting other team members, inclusive of all ES&H disciplines.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in related field and 6-8 years of relevant work experience or 8-10 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated interest, training, and experience in applied sciences and workplace training.


• Previous experience with ES&H technical and administrative subjects.


• Broad technical knowledge, science skills, and technical writing and teaching abilities.


• Specialized training skills and knowledge applicable to ES&H disciplines.


• Prior work experience involving development and implementation of training programs.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills and diverse training methods.


• Computer skills for preparing presentations, data management, and report preparation.


• Adaptable to work in a training facility and outdoors in a field environment.


• Ability to support various work shifts, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications, but not required: Bilingual capabilities, along with OSHA 500/510 and 3M Certified Instructor for Competent Person Fall Protection

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.