Manager, Environmental Health & Safety

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

This position reports directly to the Director, Environmental Health and Safety or their designee (e.g., a senior H&S Manager for day-to-day activities). The position may also have “dotted-line” reporting to an Executive VP, President, General Manager (or equal) within the assigned area of responsibility.

This position manages the implementation of core Management Systems and H&S issues and activities for assigned operations. Moreover, the Manager of H&S: 1) trains, monitors and coaches workforce to improve skill levels for managing Management Systems and H&S programs and initiatives and, 2) participates in the development, implementation, and on-going assessment of policies, procedures, written work practices, and other program components related to the VWNA Management System and H&S program – thus enabling continuous improvement towards maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, safety and compliance across the company.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Monitors and ensures employee and facility safety, security, and compliance performance regarding Management Systems and H&S rules, regulations, principles, and practices at assigned projects, area, or businesses.
• Works with field employees, office staff, safety committees, management teams, and clients (when requested), within an assigned area of responsibility to develop and sustain a pro-active, zero-tolerance H&S culture.
• Continuously evaluates all aspects of Management Systems and H&S programs for value, effectiveness, and improvement.
• Periodic review of projects' accident histories and provide recommendations for accident reduction.
• Provides routine updates to functional support department heads as applicable regarding issues and activities that put employees, the environment, company/client property, or company brand at risk.
• Conduct training assessments and skill gap analyses and assists with the resultant development, scheduling, and implementation of Management Systems and H&S training and awareness programs.
• Initiates activities that stimulate and maintain employee interest in H&S.
• Work with Project Managers and Site H&S Coordinators to resolve safety problems and issues. This may include a role as liaison between the project and other functional support departments such as; Communications, Risk Management, Human Resources, and Legal.
• Provides guidance and assistance for processing and managing work-related injuries and illnesses in accordance with federal state provincial, insurance, and company requirements.
• Provides support and guidance to assigned locations for the successful management of non-conformity or crisis events.
• Lead 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 (RCA) for the purpose of identifying causal factors, preventive and corrective actions, and lessons-learned. Makes recommendation to their direct report where an RCA process indicates a program, policy, procedure, or training improvement is necessary.
• Participates in routine and non-routine as well as formal and informal audits and inspections regarding Management Systems and H&S (including facility security assessments). Develops appropriate reports and action plans to address program deficiencies or improvement opportunities. Tracks said plans and report 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.
• Prepares annual financial plan for self and direct reports (if any). Operates within approved plan.
• 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 a high percentage of 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.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably with a major in safety, chemistry, environmental science, water resources or an Associate's Degree in a science or environmental health field.
• Coursework or degree program with a business/management focus on management systems is a plus (e.g. ISO programs, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Working knowledge of EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Hazards Administration), and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements.
• Course work in Management Systems (e.g. ISO certification), a plus.
• Course work in supervisor/management, a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years experience with Management Systems and/or Health & Safety programs.
• Experience in industrial environments managing health and safety programs.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• 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 (verbal, presentation and listening) 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 supervise, coach, mentor, and support H&S Coordinators as/if assigned.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

• Preferred, but not required: ASP / CSP

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.
• Site visits to municipal and industrial water/wastewater job sites will require a working knowledge of workplace safety and hazard recognition.
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn in accordance with company, client, and/or site specific policies and procedures.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $130,000 to $155,000 Per Year.

Benefits: 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.

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.