Safety & Environmental Coordinator

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

11d

About The Position

Assist in the development, implementation, and review of corporate safety and environmental compliance policies and programs. Provide regulatory and technical guidance to frontline operations personnel and site management regarding safety and environmental compliance. The role is based in GAC Savannah, is full-time, and works the first shift. Travel is up to 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
Five years of safety experience in an industrial setting.
Comprehensive knowledge of safety (OSHA) and environmental statutes and regulations.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Prior EHS experience as a safety council member or leader of a safety team; highly preferred.
Team-player qualities.

Responsibilities

Inspect physical locations to assess safety and environmental programs and procedures and identify potential problem areas.
Provide consultation and recommendations for physical changes to facilities.
Recommend personal protective equipment and loss-prevention programs as needed.
Develop and promote safety and environmental policies and programs for employees, including behavior-based recognition.
Coordinate Industrial Hygiene sampling requirements for the area.
Ensure accidents are investigated and that necessary corrective actions and prevention plans are identified.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, including OSHA, EPA, and EPD regulations; coordinate, research, and present compliance materials with legal, operations, and engineering departments.
Schedule safety and environmental training and ensure completion of required OSHA, EPA, EPD, and Gulfstream training.
Serve as a liaison with Six Sigma and Lean groups during implementation projects.
Coordinate operational audits with ISO 14001/OHSAS 18001 internal and external entities and report findings, including required corrective actions.
Perform other duties as assigned.