Sr Safety Manager

Educational/Professional Requirements: Must have, and maintain, a general working knowledge of OSHA requirements and the safety aspects of applicable industries. It is preferred that the HSE Manager has obtained, or is obtaining, an Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Safety Management, or a related field. A strong background in medical first responder experience is preferred, not required.

Management/Supervisory Requirements: Must be able to work through and with foremen, supervisors, and administrative staff to manage the implementation and/or continuance of safe work practices, hazard recognition, and hazard prevention. Must properly supervise any personnel assigned to him/her to ensure accountability, work efficiencies, and safety of work performed. Advise Management on environmental issues and appropriate resolutions.

General Requirements: Work requires professional written and verbal communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Bilingual abilities in Spanish is preferred but not required. Ability to motivate members of the organization to recognize unsafe work practices and to adopt a safety conscious attitude in all work procedures. Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings. Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule. Above all a team player with high level of dedication.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand/walk 10 to 90% of the work day; sit to perform normal office duties for 10 to 90% of the work day, occasional bending, squatting, ascending ladders/stairways, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Must be able to drive a vehicle for 10 to 90% of the work day. Must maintain current driver’s license and an insurable driving record.