Director of Health, Safety, Security and Environmental

Associated Terminals•Convent, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves leading and managing a team to ensure regulatory compliance and promote best practices in safety, quality, and environmental areas. The position requires developing, administering, and monitoring programs to improve employee safety and health, investigating incidents, and maintaining safety data. It also includes responsibilities for port security, environmental policy development, and managing compliance sites. The role requires interaction with management to foster a proactive safety culture and involves regular reporting and training.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive experience in safety/compliance/risk roles in a marine environment with a proven track record of managing HSSE programs and leading teams.
Familiarity with HSSE regulations, OSHA regulations, USCG regulations, and industry standards in a maritime setting.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to work in a high stress, fast paced environment.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to motivate and lead others.
Ability to consistently meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlines.
Good computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Proven people and organizational skills.
Advocate of team concept.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Excellent verbal communication, writing, investigation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other computer-based software programs.
Ability to lead/supervise in a fast-paced, high-stress environment and meet strict deadlines.
Must be a self-starter and be able to work in a loosely supervised environment.
Collaborative and employee service-oriented mindset.
Must pass pre-employment and random drug tests.
Must complete an OSHA authorized 30-hour training program.
Must complete drug and alcohol testing certifications course.
Must complete facility security officer (FSO) training.
Must maintain an active Driver’s License and TWIC card.

Nice To Haves

Working experience in the stevedoring industry is preferred.
College-level coursework or degree preferred.
CSP designation desired but not required.
Train the Trainer training/certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of safety professionals and other staff to ensure regulatory compliance and promote best practices in safety, quality, and environmental areas.
Monitor and ensure Company compliance with OSHA, MSHA, USCG, DEQ, EPA, and other relevant regulatory agencies for all health, safety, and environmental requirements.
Develop, administer, train, and monitor programs and initiatives designed to improve the safety and health of Company personnel.
Ensure accidents, incidents, and near misses are properly reported and investigated, with information tracked and monitored to identify trends.
Administer the electronic tracking of safety data.
Perform duties as Facility Safety Officer as required.
Ensure port security compliance for all terminal operations.
Ensure all relevant safety and environmental information is tracked and documented, including action items and corrective actions.
Administer and monitor the Company Drug and Alcohol Program, including data tracking, compliance, and certification.
Assist with company-related audits conducted by customers or regulatory agencies.
Provide monthly/quarterly/annual reports as required.
Track and monitor the effectiveness of all behavior-based safety programs.
Regularly interact with management to assist in developing a sound, effective, and proactive safety culture.
Ensure quarterly inspections of AEDs at all locations.
Ensure yearly inspection and certification of fire extinguishers at all locations.
Ensure the Safety Team is trained in the medical management and transportation of injured employees.
Work with the Training Department to develop training classes/guidance.
Ensure subordinates are trained to perform duties.
Work with field and administrative personnel to develop safety-based goals.
Develop and update job descriptions for all assigned personnel.
Maintain OSHA 300 Logs.
Assist in the promotion of Safety through various means of communication.
Work with Risk/Legal personnel relative to any environmental concerns or issues.
Monitor, maintain, and update compliance sites such as ISNetworld, Avetta, DISA, etc.
Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of environmental policies, including best practices and permit-required inspections.
Perform other duties as assigned.