Safety Manager / Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Smyrna area

TOPRE AMERICA

is seeking a Safety Manager / Environmental, Health & Safety Manager (EH&S) for our Smyrna, TN facility.

We Offer:

• Very Competitive Pay
• Great Benefits*

We look forward to meeting you and playing a part in fulfilling your career goals...

Please see description below and apply today!

Job Description

Under the general direction of the General Manager of Human Resources, directs the development and implementation of environmental, health, safety, security and regulatory compliance programs. Insures compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and standards involving environmental management, chemical control, industrial hygiene, general safety and fire safety. Oversees management of all worker’s compensation claims against the company and participates in the review of worker’s compensation litigation. Reviews and analyzes data and devises risk minimization programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides leadership and direction in all areas of EHS regulatory compliance.
• Establishes and implements short- and long-range organizational goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; monitors and evaluates programmatic and operational effectiveness, and effects changes required for improvement for EH&S programs.
• Develops and manages annual budgets for the EH&S programs and performs periodic cost analyses.
• Advises Security on appropriate management policies, procedures, and issues of safety.
• Coordinates OSHA and other required training programs targeted to reduce employee injuries and lost work time.
• Keeps abreast of pending regulatory developments through reference sources; obtains insight on legislative agendas at state and federal levels.
• Recommends, participates in the development of, and establishes the company EHS policies and procedures; serves as an advisor to the engineering department relating to the design and construction of physical facilities relating to EH&S issues.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assign
• Travel required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, protocols, and/or procedures.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Knowledge of current developments/trends in area of expertise.
• Ability to develop, implement, and enforce safety programs and protocols.
• Ability to supervise and train employees
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
• Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Skill in developing safety procedures and protocols.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of insurance and loss control theory and practice.
• Knowledge of risk management issues related to the design and construction of physical facilities.

Credentials (Education and Experience necessary to perform the job)

• Preferred Bachelor's degree; or minimum 3-5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified