Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Arcosa Careers•Belen, NM

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Arcosa Wind Towers is hiring an Environmental, Health & Safety Manager for its plant operation in Belen, New Mexico. The manager will oversee environmental, health, and safety risks associated with company operations, build a safety culture focused on achieving a zero-injury workplace, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, county, local, company, and governmental requirements. The role leads and influences EHS team members and individual contributors who develop, implement, monitor, and continuously improve plantwide safety and environmental programs, processes, and policies. It provides EHS guidance, technical expertise, and training to employees and departments; conducts internal audits and follows up on recommendations; oversees incident and near-miss investigations and corrective actions; and leads crisis management programs. The manager also works with contractors on safety programs and site-specific training, maintains environmental permit compliance and timely reporting, and provides environmental regulatory and technical expertise related to air quality and emissions, wastewater, stormwater, and solid and hazardous waste. The manager mentors staff in EHS management and compliance program development and performs other duties as assigned. This is a full-time position. The work environment includes plant, warehouse, production, and non-production areas. Work or maintenance coverage may be required beyond regular hours, shifts, and on weekends or holidays. The role may involve exposure to high and low temperatures and the loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Environmental, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in an EHS leadership role in manufacturing.
In-depth knowledge of EHS regulations.
Self-motivated and results-oriented, with demonstrated problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and team facilitation skills.
Strong influencing skills across the organization and with employees at all levels.
Courage to take on and advocate for contrary points of view at all levels of the organization.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
Familiarity with environmental and safety management systems such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSAS 18000, or VPP.

Nice To Haves

Safety-related certifications such as ASP or CSP, or eligibility to obtain them.

Responsibilities

Lead and influence individual contributors and EHS team members responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring safety and environmental programs, processes, and policies.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve plantwide EHS programs consistent with the organization’s management system and governance.
Cultivate and continuously improve a safety-first culture among site employees.
Provide EHS advice, support, technical expertise, and training to site employees and departments.
Perform EHS internal audits and manage implementation of audit recommendations from corporate or outside sources.
Oversee investigations of EHS incidents, accidents, and near-misses, including root-cause analysis; recommend corrective and preventive actions and ensure they are implemented.
Lead crisis management programs, including their structure, teams, responsiveness, and communication.
Work with contractors to ensure they have robust safety programs and are trained in unique site requirements.
Maintain compliance with environmental permits, including completing reports on time.
Implement environmental programs aligned with the organization’s management system.
Provide environmental regulatory and technical expertise on air quality and emissions, wastewater, stormwater, and solid and hazardous waste management.
Mentor staff in EHS management and compliance program development and implementation.
Perform other duties as assigned.