Health, Safety and Environmental Manager

Job description

Functions: Assist with planning, establishing, implementing and maintaining a variety of occupational health, safety, environmental programs to assure the highest possible degree of safety for employees Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace Develop controls for identified hazards and coordinate the implementation of such controls Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of the hazard control system, policies, and procedures and recommend changes that reflect improved opportunities to eliminate work place accidents and injuries Conduct and coordinate on-site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices. Provide advice and counsel concerning all local, state, and federal compliance regulations Ensure compliance with applicable local, state and federal health, safety and environmental laws, regulations and standards Direct or assist in the development of specialized education and training materials Conduct specialized safety and environmental training programs Assist in new employee occupational health, safety and environmental orientation Conduct Safety Committee meetings Compile, analyze, interpret and report accident, loss, and exposure statistical data; prepare comprehensive recommendations for corrective action to eliminate or minimize potential hazards Incorporate essential occupational health, safety and environmental requirements in various processes Recommend the purchase of safety equipment and supplies as maybe necessary Perform other related duties as required Requirements: Minimum of 8 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. A BA/BS in Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Sciences or a related field is preferred. Health, Safety and Environment Certification Experience in delivering hands-on health, safety and environmental training Ability to develop, implement and coordinate comprehensive health and safety accident prevention programs Familiarity with standard HSE practices, documentation and records, and other relevant international standards The HSE Manager is responsible for the design, implementation, communication and coordination of all environmental, health and safety programs to assure the highest possible level of safety for employees.