H&S Manager

Summary

Join Veolia North America as their Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager. You will be responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining various site and corporate health, safety, and environmental programs. Key duties include assessing potential new sites for EHS compliance, supporting field due diligence reviews, identifying compliance risks, and participating in PSM & PSSR needs for new projects. You will also monitor employee and facility safety, work with various departments to resolve safety issues, and participate in investigations and root cause analyses. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills. Veolia offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, or an Associate's Degree in a science or environmental health field
• Working knowledge of EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Hazards Administration), and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience with Health & Safety programs
• Skills in leadership, management, communication, negotiation, analysis, problem resolution, organizational planning, presentation development, and delivery
• Analytical skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the company
• Demonstrated proficiency in thinking creatively, problem identification & resolution, and project planning & implementation
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, plan, organize, and set priorities
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and collaboration skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation, and listening) to interact with internal customers, colleagues, clients, and governmental entities
• Ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete, and easily understood written communications and reports
• Proficient with data management systems and Google and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, and support H&S Coordinators as/if assigned
• Certified occupational safety specialist, Certified occupational Safety Manager
• Must hold a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record to maintain minimum company-required insurance coverage

Responsibilities

• Work with Site Management in developing comprehensive EHS&S programs based on Corporate standards and programs
• Support managers in Implementing corporate programs for incident/incident reporting
• Ensure that site safety training is conducted and completed as required
• Field Due Diligence for Growth
• PSM & PSSR needs for new projects
• Develop, Refresh, and communicate SIB Level EHS Policies and Standards
• Ensure that new employee & visitor onboarding is being conducted as required
• Ensure that regular safety meetings are being conducted as required
• Maintain all onsite environmental, health, safety, and security audits
• Assess potential new sites for compliance with EHS-related policies, procedures, and programs to assure compliance with all national, state, local, and company-specific regulations & requirements
• Support SIB business in providing field due diligence reviews in collaboration with operations: Assist in Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment activities; Develop, Refresh, and communicate SIB Level EHS Policies and Standards
• Identify & document any outstanding EHS compliance risks
• Evaluate, schedule, and participate in PSM & PSSR needs for new projects
• Participate in Routine Operating Rhythms of business development EHS communications for internal and potentially external clients collaborating with the communications team
• Monitors and ensures employee and facility safety, security, and compliance performance regarding Management Systems and H&S rules, regulations, principles, and practices at assigned projects, areas, or businesses
• Works with field employees, office staff, safety committees, management teams, and clients (when requested) within an assigned area of responsibility to develop and sustain a pro-active, zero-tolerance H&S culture
• Continuously evaluates all aspects of Management Systems and H&S programs for value, effectiveness, and improvement
• Provides routine updates to the VP, Management Systems and H&S (or his/her designee) and other functional support department heads as applicable regarding issues and activities that put employees, the environment, company/client property, or company brand at risk
• Initiates activities that stimulate and maintain employee interest in H&S
• Work with Project Managers and Site H&S Coordinators to resolve safety problems and issues. This may include a role as liaison between the project and other functional support departments such as Communications, Risk Management, Human Resources, and Legal for New or Growth Projects
• Provides guidance and assistance for processing and managing work-related injuries and illnesses in accordance with federal, state, provincial, insurance, and company requirements
• Provides support and guidance to assigned locations for successfully managing non-conformity or crisis events
• Participate in investigations (including near-misses, injuries, illnesses, property damage, vehicle accidents, chemical releases, and the like) within assigned areas of responsibility. Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify causal factors, preventive and corrective actions, and lessons learned. Makes recommendations to his/her direct report where an RCA process indicates a necessary program, policy, procedure, or training improvement
• Participates in routine and non-routine as well as formal and informal audits and inspections regarding Management Systems and H&S. Develops appropriate reports and action plans to address program deficiencies or improvement opportunities. Tracks said plans and reports from issue identification through resolution
• Works with various departments and employees at all levels of the organization as a change agent
• Works with other members of the Management Systems and H&S department in planning, formulating, and implementing continuous improvement procedures regarding H&S, Environmental Management System (EMS), and quality related programs
• Operates in a safe and efficient manner at all times and with fiscal responsibility

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework in supervisor/management is a plus

Benefits

• Paid time off policies
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Employer sponsored 401(k) plan