Environmental Health & Safety Site Manager-Abilene, TX

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Abilene, TX

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About The Position

The Site Safety Manager works independently under the direction of the Region EH&S Manager and supports 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 continued growth of the safety culture at MEI sites. The manager communicates MEI EHS policies, guidelines, procedures, regulatory changes, and new business growth; supports customer and OSHA-required training; and provides program, technical, and administrative support for management systems. The role works with regional EH&S, safety, and operations teams on incident management, investigations, and root-cause analysis. It manages site safety programs and permits, coordinates with customers on safety initiatives and site-specific risks, and develops and delivers safe-work instructions, procedures, and job hazard analyses as needed. The position conducts daily pre-task-plan audits and routine inspections, maintains safety and training records, promptly addresses and documents safety violations, and provides ongoing safety training and certifications. It also participates in continuous-improvement learning teams, evaluates accident and loss risks, supports accident-prevention and loss-control systems, and develops relationships with outside firms and organizations. The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but serves as a coach and mentor to others in the department.

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 the MS Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Support field operations through site inspections, safety compliance, and investigation of incidents involving employees, materials, or equipment.
Promote incident- and injury-free field operations and continuous growth of the safety culture at MEI sites.
Communicate MEI EHS policies, guidelines, procedures, regulatory changes, and new business growth.
Support customer and OSHA-required training, including site-specific, protocol, OSHA, and forklift training.
Provide program, technical, and administrative support for management systems directed by the Region EH&S Manager.
Work with the Region EH&S Manager, safety, and operations teams to manage incidents and accident cases through investigations and root-cause analysis.
Manage the site incident prevention program (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 on safe-work instructions, procedures, and job hazard analyses 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 work environments, equipment, and processes to evaluate compliance with government safety regulations and industry standards.
Prepare and maintain administrative records, including site inspection reports, 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.
Identify and assess conditions that could cause 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 operational policies.
Develop and maintain relationships with outside firms and organizations, including vendors, OSHA, and fire and police departments.
Serve as a coach and mentor to other positions in the department; the position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.