SAFETY MANAGER EVS, Charleston, SC

Compass Group•Charleston, SC

1d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Safety Manager will be responsible for reducing claims and lost time injuries by providing safety and workers compensation support to the local units. The support provided will include: Training, site visits, inspections, implementation of policies and procedures, communication, and compliance with client requirements. This will be accomplished through routine meetings, conference calls, and on-site visits. This individual will plan, coordinate, and execute a department wide safety program. Their role will include a variety of tasks including observation, education, audits, and reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, equivalent degree or equivalent related experience. One (1) to three (3) years’ experience as an Safety Manager representative in a small company or supporting a line Business Unit.
OSHA Preferred, not required. OSHA certification will be required within six months of employment
Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations
Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
Must be proficient in the use of MS Office including but not limited to Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Ability to promote continual improvement and lead by example and promote Best Practices
Demonstrated experience with process and program management

Responsibilities

Ensures that units have effective “on-going” safety awareness programs to promote a safe work environment.
Complies with all Client administrative and incident investigation programs, commonly referred to as Safety Nets.
Provides training to managers to follow safe work practices and maintain a safe working environment through training, presentations, conference calls, and the distribution of safety materials.
Ensures that local management receive monthly status reports.
Trains local management in proper methods of investigation, and inspection format; compliance with safety laws and regulations; fire evacuation; and self-inspections. (As required by the Client)
Conducts “Safety” inspections of local facilities for hazards as well as walk-through visits, commonly referred to as Quarterly Safety Inspections.
Follows OSHA, DOT and EPA regulations as defined by federal, state, local laws and Compass Support Services and client’s policies/procedures.
Maintains OSHA recordkeeping; with assistance from corporate Risk Management, the position will determine reportable illnesses and injuries; position will prepare reports for all campus sites on a regular basis; position will prepare annual reports.
Performs other duties as assigned