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Environmental Health and Safety Manager - Wastewater Treatment

Environmental Health and Safety Manager - Wastewater Treatment

Michigan StaffingDetroit, MI, US
10 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Health And Safety Manager

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Position Purpose

The DUWA Health And Safety Manager reports to the DUWA Project Manager with a dotted line to the Regional Health And Safety Manager. This position manages the implementation of core H&S issues and activities for the DUWA project. The Manager of H&S :

  • Trains, monitors and coaches workforce to improve skill levels for managing H&S programs and initiatives.
  • Leads efforts at the projects for the development, implementation, and on-going assessment of policies, procedures, written work practices, and other program components related to the VWNA H&S program and client contract H&S requirements.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

The Manager of H&S :

  • Monitors and ensures employee and facility safety, security, and compliance performance regarding H&S rules, regulations, principles, and practices.
  • Works with field employees, office staff, safety committees, management teams, and clients to develop and sustain a pro-active, zero-tolerance H&S culture.
  • Continuously evaluates all aspects of H&S programs for value, effectiveness, and improvement.
  • Organizes and provides staff support for the Safety Committee.
  • Provides routine updates to the Regional H&S Manager, Project Manager, and other operations and functional support department heads regarding issues and activities that put employees, the environment, company / client property, or company brand at risk.
  • Conducts safety training assessments and skill gap analyses of employees and from this develops an annual safety plan that meets OSHA, corporate and client requirements.
  • Schedules and implements H&S training and awareness programs per the plan. Ensures proper documentation and required periodic reporting of safety training per client and corporate requirements.
  • Prepares and monitors the annual budget for the Safety Department.
  • Coordinates with the project and contractors on safety aspects of capital projects.
  • Ensures required corporate safety training is provided for vendor personnel engaged by Veolia.
  • Monitors and reports on all safety and security incidents, near misses, fleet vehicle incidents, recordables, and lost time injuries to corporate within 24 hours.
  • Leads incident investigations (including near-misses, injuries, illnesses, property damage, vehicle accidents, chemical releases, and the like) within assigned area of responsibility. Conducts a Root Cause Analysis for the purpose of identifying causal factors, preventive and corrective actions, and lessons-learned.
  • Makes recommendations to his / her direct report where an RCA process indicates a program, policy, procedure, or training improvement is necessary.
  • Provides guidance and assistance for processing and managing work-related injuries and illnesses in accordance with federal, state, insurance, and company requirements, coordinating with third party administrator and HR for worker compensation case management as needed.
  • Periodically reviews projects' accident histories and provides recommendations for accident reduction.
  • Works with Project Managers, site H&S Coordinators, and safety committee to resolve safety problems and issues.
  • Initiates activities that stimulate and maintain employee interest in H&S.
  • Provides support and guidance to assigned locations for the successful management of non-conformity or crisis events.
  • Participates in routine and non-routine as well as formal and informal audits and inspections regarding H&S (including facility security assessments). 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.
  • Monitors performance by gathering relevant data and prepares reports and presentations as required.
  • 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.
  • Work Environment

    This position consists of a combination of office and field work, with some travel. Work environments may include conditions such as temperature extremes, inclement weather, fumes, odors, dust, toxic and caustic chemicals, noise, rotating equipment, and water-related hazards. Site visits to municipal and industrial water / wastewater job sites will require a working knowledge of workplace safety and hazard recognition.

    Qualifications

    Education / Experience / Background :

  • Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in safety, environmental science, water resources or an Associate Degree in a science, safety, or environmental health field.
  • A minimum of 5 years experience with implementing Health & Safety programs including conducting training.
  • Coursework or degree program with a business / management focus on management systems is a plus (e.g. ISO programs, Six Sigma, etc.)
  • Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

  • Working knowledge of EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Hazards Administration), and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements.
  • Skills in leadership, management, communication, negotiation, analysis, problem resolution, organizational planning, presentation development and delivery.
  • Competence in research processes including data collection, analysis, standardized / statistical reporting, statistical methods and database development.
  • Analytical skills and the ability to communicate to 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 (interpersonal, verbal listening; and presentation) 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 Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn other software programs such as Triple-I and Articulate as needed.
  • Must be able to respond to emergencies at the plants during off hours and weekends.
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
  • Required Certification / Licenses / Training :

  • Course work in water / wastewater treatment, a plus.
  • Course work in supervisor / management, a plus.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Use of a computer is a key component of this position and as such, the amount of time sitting, keyboarding, and viewing a computer monitor can be extensive.
  • The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn in accordance with company, client, and / or site specific policies and procedures.
  • Additional Information

    Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

    Disclaimer : The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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