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About the Role
This position manages the implementation of core Management Systems and H&S issues and activities for assigned operations. It trains, monitors, and coaches the workforce to improve skill levels for managing Management Systems and H&S programs and initiatives. The role also participates in the development, implementation, and assessment of policies, procedures, and program components related to the VWNA Management System and H&S program, enabling continuous improvement towards maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, safety, and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Monitors and ensures employee and facility safety, security, and compliance performance regarding Management Systems and H&S rules, regulations, principles, and practices at assigned projects, area, or businesses.
- Works with field employees, office staff, safety committees, management teams, and clients to develop and sustain a pro-active, zero-tolerance H&S culture.
- Continuously evaluates all aspects of Management Systems and H&S programs for value, effectiveness, and improvement.
- Conducts periodic review of projects' accident histories and provides recommendations for accident reduction.
- Provides routine updates to functional support department heads regarding issues and activities that put employees, the environment, company/client property, or company brand at risk.
- Conducts training assessments and skill gap analyses and assists with the resultant development, scheduling, and implementation of Management Systems and H&S training and awareness programs.
- Initiates activities that stimulate and maintain employee interest in H&S.
- Works with Project Managers and Site H&S Coordinators to resolve safety problems and issues, acting as a liaison between the project and other functional support departments.
- Provides guidance and assistance for processing and managing work-related injuries and illnesses in accordance with federal, state, provincial, insurance, and company requirements.
- Provides support and guidance to assigned locations for the successful management of non-conformity or crisis events.
- Leads incident investigations (including near-misses, injuries, illnesses, property damage, vehicle accidents, chemical releases) and conducts Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify causal factors, preventive and corrective actions, and lessons-learned.
- Participates in routine and non-routine, as well as formal and informal audits and inspections regarding Management Systems and H&S, developing reports and action plans to address deficiencies or improvement opportunities.
- Works with various departments and employees at all levels of the organization as a change agent.
- Monitors performance by gathering relevant data and prepares reports and presentations as required.
- Works with other members of the Management Systems and H&S department in planning, formulating, and implementing continuous improvement procedures regarding H&S, Environmental Management System (EMS), and quality related programs.
- Prepares annual financial plan for self and direct reports (if any) and operates within approved plan.
- Operates in a safe and efficient manner at all times with fiscal responsibility.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably with a major in safety, chemistry, environmental science, water resources or an Associate's Degree in a science or environmental health field.
- Coursework or degree program with a business/management focus on management systems is a plus (e.g. ISO programs, Six Sigma, etc.).
- Working knowledge of EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Hazards Administration), and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements.
- Course work in Management Systems (e.g. ISO certification), a plus.
- Course work in supervisor/management, a plus.
- A minimum of 5 years experience with Management Systems and/or Health & Safety programs.
- Experience in industrial environments managing health and safety programs.
- Use of a computer is a key component of this position and as such, the amount of time sitting, keyboarding, and viewing a computer monitor can be extensive.
- Site visits to municipal and industrial water/wastewater job sites will require a working knowledge of workplace safety and hazard recognition.
- The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn in accordance with company, client, and/or site specific policies and procedures.
Skills
- Leadership
- Management
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Analysis
- Problem resolution
- Organizational planning
- Presentation development and delivery
- Research processes including data collection, analysis, standardized/statistical reporting, statistical methods and database development
- Analytical skills
- Ability to communicate to all levels of the company
- Creative thinking
- Problem identification & resolution
- Project planning & implementation
- Ability to work independently, plan, organize and set priorities
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation and listening) to interact with internal customers, colleagues, clients and governmental entities
- Ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports
- Proficient with data management systems and Microsoft Office products
- Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, and support H&S Coordinators as/if assigned
Location
- North America
Work Type
- Office and field work
- High percentage of travel
- Standard contract type
Experience Level
- Minimum of 5 years experience with Management Systems and/or Health & Safety programs
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Associate's Degree in a science or environmental health field
- Coursework or degree program with a business/management focus on management systems is a plus
- Course work in Management Systems (e.g. ISO certification), a plus
- Course work in supervisor/management, a plus
Salary/Compensations
- $130,000 to $155,000 Per Year
Benefits
- Paid time off policies
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance
- Savings accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid volunteering
- Employer sponsored 401(k) plan
About the Company
- Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years.
- It is the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader.
- Offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery.
- Helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America.
- Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.