Environmental Health & Safety Site Manager -San Antonio TX

MEI Rigging & Crating•New Braunfels, TX

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About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety Site Manager works independently under the direction of the Region EH&S Manager, supporting multiple disciplines within the field Rigging & Crating group. The role supports field operations through site inspections, safety compliance, and investigations of incidents involving employees, materials, and equipment. It promotes incident- and injury-free operations and the continuous growth of MEI’s safety culture. The manager communicates MEI EHS policies, guidelines, procedures, regulatory changes, and new business requirements. The role provides program, technical, and administrative support for management systems and works with regional EH&S, safety, and operations teams to manage incidents and accident cases through investigation and root-cause analysis. It also coordinates with customers on site safety initiatives, site-specific conditions, and risk mitigation. The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but serves as a coach and mentor to other department positions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 5 years of proven Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) or safety experience in the construction or manufacturing industries.
At least 5 years of EHS experience at a multi-site organization.
At least 5 years of experience working with OSHA standards.
At least 5 years of experience working in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST) certification.
OSHA 500 (Authorized Construction Outreach Trainer) qualification.

Responsibilities

Support field operations through site inspections, safety compliance, and investigations of incidents involving employees, materials, and equipment.
Promote incident- and injury-free field operations and continuous growth of the safety culture at MEI sites.
Communicate MEI EHS policies, guidelines, and procedures, including regulatory changes and requirements related to new business growth.
Support MEI sites with customer-required and OSHA-required training, including site-specific, protocol, OSHA, and forklift training.
Provide program, technical, and administrative support for management systems under the direction of the Region EH&S Manager.
Work with the Region EH&S Manager and safety and operations teams to investigate incidents and accidents and conduct root-cause analyses.
Manage site incident prevention programs (SIPPS), hot work permits, confined space, HAZCOM, Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), and other applicable safety regulations.
Coordinate with customers on on-site safety initiatives, unique site conditions, and risk mitigation.
Develop, prepare, and instruct employees on safe work instructions, procedures, and job hazard analyses (JHAs), as needed.
Conduct daily audits and approve pre-task plans using the hierarchy of controls to mitigate risk and reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses.
Conduct routine inspections and observations of environments, equipment, and work processes to evaluate compliance with government safety regulations and industry standards.
Prepare and maintain administrative records, including site safety inspection reports, site audits, observation reports, customer-specific safety documentation, and training records.
Address and document safety violations by MEI personnel immediately.
Provide ongoing safety and health training and required certifications for existing employees, new hires, and subcontractors, as required.
Participate in learning teams to develop more efficient processes and methods in support of continuous improvement initiatives.
Identify and assess conditions that could produce accidents and financial losses and evaluate the potential extent of resulting injuries.
Work with the Region EH&S Manager on accident-prevention and loss-control systems and programs for incorporation into organizational operational policies.
Develop and maintain relationships with outside firms and organizations, including vendors, OSHA, and fire and police departments.
Coach and mentor other positions in the department.