Environmental Health & Safety Site Manager-Abilene, TX

MEI Rigging & Crating•Abilene, TX

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 an incident- and injury-free operation and the continued development of a strong safety culture. The manager communicates MEI EHS policies, guidelines, procedures, regulatory changes, and business growth updates; supports customer and OSHA-required training; and provides program, technical, and administrative support for management systems. The role manages incident and accident cases with safety and operations teams, conducts investigations and root-cause analyses, and oversees applicable site safety programs and permits. The position coordinates with customers on site safety initiatives, site conditions, and risk mitigation. It develops and delivers safe-work instructions, procedures, and job hazard analyses as needed; audits and approves pre-task plans; and inspects work areas, equipment, and processes for compliance with government regulations and industry standards. It also maintains site safety documentation and training records, addresses safety violations, provides ongoing safety training and certifications, and participates in continuous-improvement learning teams. The role 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 with the MS Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Communicate MEI EHS policies, guidelines, procedures, regulatory changes, and business growth updates.
Support sites with customer and OSHA-required training, including site-specific, protocol, 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, safety teams, 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 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 risks and reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses.
Conduct routine inspections and observations of work areas, equipment, and processes to evaluate compliance with government safety regulations and industry standards.
Prepare and maintain administrative records, including site inspection reports, audit and 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 cause accidents or 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 operating 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.