Health & Safety Program Manager

American Water•Lexington, KY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

American Water is currently seeking a Health & Safety Program Manager to join our Kentucky team! The H&S Program Manager is responsible for supporting safety and loss control initiatives by developing, implementing, and enhancing programs that promote employee health and safety while minimizing organizational risk. This role partners closely with operational teams to ensure regulatory compliance, improve safety performance, and foster a strong safety culture throughout the organization.

Requirements

Knowledge of Company Risk Management Policies and Procedures
Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations applicable to safety and health field
Working knowledge of the various functional areas and their role in the organization, including operating procedures of the Company
Working knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, as well as a working knowledge of the various functional areas of a water utility, so as to develop and implement appropriate risk management activities associated with departmental goals
Demonstrated understanding of a water utility operation, knowledge, of and ability to, integrate regulatory requirements into the training and development of all operating unit employees
Minimum 5 years experience in safety/loss control in a related industry or municipal operation
Associate level degree required in a related field, i.e safety/loss control.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's level degree preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and implement (including delivery of) educational training programs and activities that help develop and improve the safety process within the company and to ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations
Develop and implement the use of regulatory compliance programs, including investigating new technologies, providing professional review and recommendations for the purchase of tools, materials and equipment that will enhance safety performance throughout the organization
Conducts safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and deficiencies that expose the company to loss or failure to comply with regulatory requirements
Compile, analyze, and interpret data related to safety training and performance to measure the effectiveness of existing programs
Provide assistance and expertise in accident/claim investigation and claims management, when required, and make recommendations to prevent reoccurrences