Sr. Manager,Health Safety Security Environment (HSSE)
About The Position
The Senior Manager, Health Safety Security Environment (HSSE) ensures compliance with regulatory, company, and customer requirements across an assigned operations region. The role leads implementation and continuous improvement of programs and policies that support safe, compliant operations, partnering with operations, leadership, corporate teams, and external stakeholders to promote excellence and risk management. The position reports directly to the operational general manager of the unit. The Senior Manager serves as an HSSE subject matter expert, with a strong focus on ramp safety and interior safety programs. The role leads regional audits, inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, reporting, and monitoring of HSSE performance indicators. It also provides strategic guidance, mentorship, coaching, and development to HSSE managers and representatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in safety management, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, or a related field; relevant and extensive work experience may substitute for the degree.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in HSSE management, preferably in aviation, food manufacturing, logistics, or transportation.
- Demonstrated success leading safety teams and implementing safety improvement initiatives.
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA, DOT, TSA, PHAC, and other regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency with safety software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Expertise in safety culture transformation and employee engagement strategies.
- Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced knowledge of risk assessment and hazard identification methodologies.
Nice To Haves
- Strong experience in airport ramp safety, occupational safety, or a related field.
- Familiarity with safety management systems (SMS) and standards such as ISO 45001.
- Familiarity with environmental management systems and standards such as ISO 14001.
Responsibilities
- Use data-driven insights to support decision-making and improve HSSE.
- Foster a culture of excellence and proactive risk management.
- Promote employee engagement in HSSE programs through communication, recognition, and collaboration.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in HSSE, particularly ramp safety and interior safety programs.
- Continuously improve HSSE systems, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and emergency response plans.
- Implement and maintain HSSE policies, procedures, and training programs, and collaborate on their ongoing improvement.
- Support unit investigations and timely incident responses by facilitating root cause analyses, reviewing action plans, and verifying corrective and preventive actions.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations, including OSHA, DOT/FMCSA, USDA/APHIS, TC, FAA, and TSA requirements, as well as customer-specific HSSE requirements.
- Lead audits, inspections, and risk assessments across the assigned region and develop hazard mitigation strategies.
- Monitor HSSE key performance indicators to evaluate program effectiveness in the assigned region.
- Review and support preparation of regular reports for internal and external stakeholders on compliance, risk management, and operational safety progress.
- Provide strategic leadership and guidance to HSSE managers and/or representatives through mentorship, coaching, and development programs.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-sponsored life insurance
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts
- Free hot, healthy meals for unit operations roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
