SHE Senior Manager

SOLitude Lake Management • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

The Solitude Lake Management Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, and execution of the EHS program within the Lake/Vector Market. The role advocates for continuous improvement of EHS performance across operations and mentors and coaches leaders and employees to promote a safe, productive, and environmentally sound work culture. The manager executes the RNA SHE strategy and Rentokil Initial SHE initiatives.

The position focuses on statutory reporting compliance, execution of loss improvement plans, achievement of SHE performance targets, reduction of SHE losses, and safety metrics including LTAR and WDLR. It provides technical support to operational teams, uses data to report performance and trends by business, market, and region, and works with stakeholders to develop a world-class safety culture. The role requires 25–50% travel within the United States.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in EHS, Environmental, Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of safety or environmental experience.
• Expertise in federal and state OSHA and EPA requirements.
• Experience with service-oriented workforces, remote workers, and vehicle safety.
• Full driving license.
• Thorough understanding of SHE management principles and the development and implementation of effective SHE management systems.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of the commercial benefits of effective SHE management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and a strong understanding of Environmental Services and Safety.
• People management experience, including leading a large, dispersed, diverse workforce across multiple locations and geographies.
• Organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to operate strategically and operationally.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Drive, work ethic, personal accountability, ability to work under pressure, sound judgment, and attention to detail.
• IT skills, including use of Google suite products and data management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification, such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or PE.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain key environmental, health, and safety policies across Solitude.
• Mentor and coach regional leaders and employees to promote a safe, productive, and environmentally sound work culture through continuous improvement, best practices, and personal accountability.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies related to safety and chemical compliance by setting accountabilities, communicating and enforcing policies and procedures, and providing training and guidance.
• Plan, monitor, and assess organizational processes and policies, including training, coaching, counseling, disciplinary, and communications programs.
• Assess risks associated with new products and services and ensure safe operating procedures are incorporated into operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop colleagues and implement EHS initiatives that support a world-class safety culture.
• Partner with regional leadership to implement programs and initiatives that improve safety, and provide regional technical support to operational teams.
• Plan, develop, and conduct safety training and recognition programs.
• Lead operational teams in investigating accidents and serious incidents, mentoring and training regional directors and district managers.
• Implement and track the Driver Certification Process and ensure regional drivers comply with it.
• Recognize onsite hazards and take appropriate action while working with operators to develop commercial solutions.
• Use data to report current performance and trends, including details by business, market, and region.
• Execute the RNA SHE strategy and Rentokil Initial SHE initiatives.
• Work to obtain the personnel, resources, training, and information needed for the group.

Benefits

• Professional and personal growth opportunities, including multiple avenues for career growth.
• Training and development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus additional health benefits, with enrollment available immediately upon hire and benefits starting on day one for full-time colleagues.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Performance incentives may be available for many roles.

What This Job Offers

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