Safety & Health Manager

Salary: $115,000

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

What You'll Do:

Essential Functions:

• Oversee and ensure the safety of employees, subcontractors and the general public during custodial and other Chimes DC operations.
• Enforce corporate and project specific safety and health programs as well as federal, state and local safety standards.
• Assist the Corporate Director of Quality Assurance & Compliance and the Training Department in the development and coordination of project specific safety programs.
• Assists the Corporate Director Quality Assurance & Compliance in development, evaluation and upgrading of safety programs.
• Advises the Corporate Director of Quality Assurance & Compliance on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions.
• Performs quarterly safety surveys and inspections, prepares written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective action or preventative measures where indicated and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.

• Provides annual plan delineating how Chimes DC will meet all regulatory and other contractual requirements for health, safety, and the environment.

• Collaborates with Chimes training team regarding safety training, as needed. Monitors and distributes contents of classroom training to ensure compliance. Teaches classes as required. Schedules and conducts re-cert and re-training.
• Conducts regular job hazard assessments and risk assessments and reports findings to the Corporate Director of Quality Assurance & Compliance and Chimes Corporate Management.
• Ensures and facilitates compliance with Chimes International and Chimes DC’s PPE program.
• Complies with and ensures employee compliance with all security requirements on-site.
• May supervise employees with safety responsibilities. Supervisory responsibility may range from providing work guidance related to safety and handling employee safety complaints; recommending to HR discipline; and monitoring legal compliance measures with regard to safety and risk.
• Conducts OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour classes as required.
• May modify with the approval of the Corporate Director of Quality Assurance & Compliance and Director of Training, where applicable safety training content either personally or through staff, based on company policy, region goals and location contractual requirements.
• In the event the Corporate Director of Quality Assurance & Compliance is unavailable, could be asked to coordinate third party reviews with OSHA or other governing bodies.

Secondary Functions:

• Assumes other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed

*Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice

• Conducts other related trainings as needed

Qualifications:

Physical Abilities Needed to Meet Work Demands:

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, stoop, and crawl
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions
• Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces

Job Competencies Needed for Success on the Job:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and with safety always in mind
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and government staff
• Ability to supervise and develop others
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems
• Ability to plan, implement, organize, and prioritize
• Ability to be flexible and dedicated to quality and customer service
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Ability to react immediately to emergency situations
• Ability to analyze data and recommend corrective action
• Ability to read, write, and speak (communicate and relate information) English
• Ability to use technology for completion of specified job duties
• Ability to manipulate numbers
• Ability to maintain and submit reports, logs, and other paperwork in a timely manner
• Ability to understand and apply technical written material
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Ability to operate machinery without posing a safety hazard to self or others
• Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with numerous interruptions
• Ability to attend work regularly and remain on site for scheduled shift
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required
• Ability to attend and participate in training and work-related meetings
• Ability to demonstrate integrity and ethical standards in job performance
• Ability to deal with others in a positive, enthusiastic, respectful, and courteous manner
• Ability to provide guidance, direction, and technical support
• Ability to comply with all building, security, and company policies and procedures
• Thorough knowledge of health and safety laws and guidelines
• Extensive attention to detail to distinguish safety hazards
• Good understanding of data analysis and risk assessment

• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Good verbal, written and relational communication skills, with ability to appropriately interact with employees of all levels including custodians, customers, senior management, client representatives, and the general public

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in a safety or related field preferred
• CPR First-Aid Instructor preferred, or willingness to obtain
• Current OSHA Authorized General Industry Outreach Trainer authorization (OSHA #501), with demonstrated ability to conduct OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour General
• Must maintain OSHA General Industry Outreach Trainer authorization, including completion of OSHA #503 – Update for General Industry Outreach Trainers within OSHA-required renewal periods. Industry Outreach Training and issue OSHA course completion cards in accordance with OSHA Outreach Training Program requirements.
• Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues

Experience:

• 5 years professional safety and health experience required
• Previous experience of hospital standards and facility management preferred
• Previous experience in OSHA, DOT and EPA regulatory requirements preferred
• Previous experience working with CIMS certified facilities preferred
• Previous experience conducting safety training preferred
• Computer literate with proficient knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence and ability to drive if needed
• License must have been valid for at least 3 years
• If driving a 15 passenger van, must be at least 25 years old
• Acceptable driving record as determined by Agency’s insurance carrier and by Chimes DC policies and procedures

Notes:

• At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted in lieu of the requirements specified above under Education and Experience