Corporate Manager, Health & Safety - Coastal Waste & Recycling, Inc.

The Corporate Manager, Health & Safety ensures compliance with OSHA regulations, industry standards, and internal policies while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the post collection sites and maintenance facilities.

• Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety programs that comply with OSHA regulations and other relevant federal, state, and local safety and environmental laws.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Create and update health and safety policies and procedures within post collection sites and maintenance shops, ensuring they are aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement safety training programs for employees at all levels, including new hires and ongoing training sessions.
• Contribute and participate in the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near-misses, ensuring thorough reporting and root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Manage the reporting and documentation of incidents to regulatory agencies as required.
• Promote a culture of safety within the organization through effective communication, leadership, and employee engagement.
• Coordinate safety committees and participate in safety-related meetings and events.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement control measures to mitigate risks.
• Work closely with other departments and corporate leadership to integrate health and safety practices into operational procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to site-level operators and leaders.
• Stay current with changes in health and safety regulations and industry standards, ensuring that the organization remains compliant and adapts to new requirements.
• Prepare and present reports on health and safety performance to respective regulatory bodies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Health & Safety or related field

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in health and safety management
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations MSHA regulations, environmental health and safety standards
• Minimum 2 years experience working with a compliance operating/ tracking platform

Preferred education and experience

• Preferred experience working in waste industry.
• Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) is highly desirable.
• Active member of a Safety professional networking organization
• Preferred DOT Experience
• Preferred EPA Experience
• Preferred formal training with Root Cause Analysis
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Bilingual Spanish or Creole

Work environment and hours

• Office environment and various environmental conditions, including outdoor sites and facilities.
• Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays

Travel required

• This position requires occasional travel to various site locations.
• Periodically for training when assigned

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