Manager, Environmental Health & Safety

Veolia Environnement SA•Boston, MA

1h•$130,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position reports directly to the Director, Environmental Health and Safety or their designee. It manages the implementation of core Management Systems and H&S issues and activities for assigned operations. The role involves training, monitoring, and coaching the workforce to improve skill levels in managing Management Systems and H&S programs. It also participates in the development, implementation, and assessment of policies, procedures, and work practices to ensure continuous improvement in quality, reliability, safety, and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably with a major in safety, chemistry, environmental science, water resources or an Associate's Degree in a science or environmental health field.
Working knowledge of EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Hazards Administration), and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements.
A minimum of 5 years experience with Management Systems and/or Health & Safety programs.
Experience in industrial environments managing health and safety programs.
Skills in leadership, management, communication, negotiation, analysis, problem resolution, organizational planning, presentation development and delivery.
Competence in research processes including data collection, analysis, standardized/statistical reporting, statistical methods and database development.
Analytical skills and the ability to communicate to all levels of the company.
Demonstrated proficiency in thinking creatively, problem identification & resolution and project planning & implementation.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, plan, organize and set priorities.
Demonstrated leadership, teamwork and collaboration skills.
Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation and listening) to interact with internal customers, colleagues, clients and governmental entities.
Ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports.
Proficient with data management systems and Microsoft Office products.
Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, and support H&S Coordinators as/if assigned.
Use of a computer is a key component of this position and as such, the amount of time sitting, keyboarding, and viewing a computer monitor can be extensive.
Site visits to municipal and industrial water/wastewater job sites will require a working knowledge of workplace safety and hazard recognition.
The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn in accordance with company, client, and/or site specific policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Coursework or degree program with a business/management focus on management systems is a plus (e.g. ISO programs, Six Sigma, etc.).
Course work in Management Systems (e.g. ISO certification), a plus.
Course work in supervisor/management, a plus.
Preferred, but not required: ASP / CSP

Responsibilities

Monitors and ensures employee and facility safety, security, and compliance performance regarding Management Systems and H&S rules, regulations, principles, and practices at assigned projects, area, or businesses.
Works with field employees, office staff, safety committees, management teams, and clients to develop and sustain a pro-active, zero-tolerance H&S culture.
Continuously evaluates all aspects of Management Systems and H&S programs for value, effectiveness, and improvement.
Periodic review of projects' accident histories and provide recommendations for accident reduction.
Provides routine updates to functional support department heads regarding issues and activities that put employees, the environment, company/client property, or company brand at risk.
Conducts training assessments and skill gap analyses and assists with the resultant development, scheduling, and implementation of Management Systems and H&S training and awareness programs.
Initiates activities that stimulate and maintain employee interest in H&S.
Works with Project Managers and Site H&S Coordinators to resolve safety problems and issues, acting as a liaison between the project and other functional support departments.
Provides guidance and assistance for processing and managing work-related injuries and illnesses.
Provides support and guidance to assigned locations for the successful management of non-conformity or crisis events.
Leads incident investigations (including near-misses, injuries, illnesses, property damage, vehicle accidents, chemical releases) and conducts Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify causal factors, preventive and corrective actions, and lessons-learned.
Participates in routine and non-routine, formal and informal audits and inspections regarding Management Systems and H&S, developing reports and action plans to address deficiencies and tracking them to resolution.
Works with various departments and employees at all levels of the organization as a change agent.
Monitors performance by gathering relevant data and prepares reports and presentations.
Works with other members of the Management Systems and H&S department in planning, formulating, and implementing continuous improvement procedures regarding H&S, Environmental Management System (EMS), and quality related programs.
Prepares annual financial plan for self and direct reports (if any) and operates within approved plan.
Operates in a safe and efficient manner at all times and with fiscal responsibility.