Mgr, Maintenance II

Barnes•East Hartford, CT

About The Position

This role is responsible for overseeing Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and Facilities Management (FM) functions. The HSE responsibilities include ensuring compliance with legislation and company policies, managing risks, overseeing incident investigations, developing training programs, and managing audits and reporting. The FM responsibilities involve managing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, overseeing asset management, implementing sustainability and energy conservation initiatives, managing vendors and budgets, and developing business continuity plans.

Requirements

Degree in HSE Management, Engineering, or related field
Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and risk assessment
Facilities management expertise (maintenance, compliance, sustainability, energy conservation)
Data analysis and project management proficiency
Leadership, communication, and influencing skills
Problem-solving and analytical abilities
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Several years in management or advisory roles
Background in high-hazard industries such as manufacturing, construction, energy, or facilities-intensive environments
Experience with Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) desired

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to local and national HSE legislation, company policies, and standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, and implementation of safe systems of work.
Oversee investigations of accidents and near misses, ensuring root causes are addressed with sustainable corrective actions.
Develop and deliver HSE training programs, championing a proactive safety and sustainability culture across all levels.
Manage internal/external audits, maintain documentation, and report performance indicators to senior management and regulatory bodies.
Manage day-to-day facilities operations, including building maintenance, utilities, and workplace services.
Ensure facilities meet statutory requirements (fire safety, accessibility, environmental standards) and align with HSE policies.
Oversee maintenance schedules, service contracts, and lifecycle planning for equipment and infrastructure.
Implement energy efficiency programs (e.g., LED lighting, smart building systems, renewable energy integration).
Drive waste reduction, recycling, and carbon footprint minimization initiatives.
Monitor energy usage and environmental performance, reporting progress against sustainability targets.
Negotiate with suppliers, manage contracts, and control budgets for facilities-related services.
Develop contingency plans for facility-related risks, ensuring resilience and minimal disruption to operations.