Senior Safety Manager

Southland Industries • Columbia, WA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Plans, develops, coordinates and manages corporate environmental, health and safety protection programs and practices for the assigned division. Establishes and maintains a safety-driven culture throughout the division. Manages/Conducts safety audits and inspections and recommends correction of hazardous situations for compliance with regulatory, Company and owner requirements for the entire division that may span multiple states. Develops, implements and maintains employee safety training programs and records; and develops, updates, and manages workplace safety programs, procedures, and policies. Develops reports and presentations for safety briefings with company management. Provides strategic and proactive direction on initiatives that will improve company Environmental, Health and Safety performance through minimizing risks and liabilities. Implements all aspects of company safety manual and ensures that all field employees and subcontractors are complying. Ensures consistency, quality and compliance at all locations. Oversees and directs programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies. Provides guidance for departmental processes and activities including compliance with safety regulations and the investigation of accidents; provides leadership and recommendations regarding the design, implementation and administration of all safety relative initiatives, policies, procedures and processes. Provides performance coaching and feedback for direct reports as needed. Participates in annual performance process. Manages the recruitment and hiring process for safety roles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in EH&S including people management experience.
• Certifications in CPR and First Aid.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety laws, regulations, policies and procedures, including OSHA, NFPA, EPA and DOT standards.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet established deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills: Ability to identify known/potential exposure and recommend corrective actions.
• Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and health and safety management systems and platforms.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10hr, OSHA 30hr, OSHA 40hr training, preferred.
• OSHA 500, CHST or ASP certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages/Conducts safety audits and inspections and recommends correction of hazardous situations for compliance with regulatory, Company and owner requirements for the entire division that may span multiple states.
• Develops, implements and maintains employee safety training programs and records.
• Develops, updates, and manages workplace safety programs, procedures, and policies.
• Develops reports and presentations for safety briefings with company management.
• Provides strategic and proactive direction on initiatives that will improve company Environmental, Health and Safety performance through minimizing risks and liabilities.
• Implements all aspects of company safety manual and ensures that all field employees and subcontractors are complying.
• Ensures consistency, quality and compliance at all locations.
• Oversees and directs programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.
• Provides guidance for departmental processes and activities including compliance with safety regulations and the investigation of accidents.
• Provides leadership and recommendations regarding the design, implementation and administration of all safety relative initiatives, policies, procedures and processes.
• Provides performance coaching and feedback for direct reports as needed.
• Participates in annual performance process.
• Manages the recruitment and hiring process for safety roles.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior