Division EHS Manager

Description

• Conducts site safety audits regularly with branch level teams to spot check safety values and to also coach, teach and mentor local EHS and operational talent about all aspects of safety performance.
• Oversees specific Train-the-Trainer courses to train all aspects of fall protection such as rope descent, mobile aerial work platform usage, work access equipment usage, building maintenance units, etc.
• Provide EHS data and information to VP’s, RVP’s, and waterproofing sales and operational managers.
• Proactively identifies safety, health, and environmental related matters and recommends, develops, and implements solutions.
• Leads and oversees the implementation of corrective actions arising from EHS audits, incidents, site improvements, safety programs, and other safety related initiatives for the WP division.
• Oversees and assists with the investigation of incidents and injuries from initial report to closure for the branch.
• Communicates closely with both divisional, regional and branch operations and Valcourt EHS team members and can independently manage day-to-day safety compliance so Valcourt’s EHS goals are reached throughout the WP division.
• Provides leadership in developing, implementing, and managing EHS policies, programs, and practices to regional management, branch management and employees.
• Engages and assists Valcourt’s Safety Team with safety initiatives, programs, audits, and overall EHS program management for continuous improvements.
• Review annual OSHA logs for WP branches for accuracy and timely posting.
• Plans, develops, implements, and oversees Valcourt’s EHS programs at the division, region and branch level; coordinates and assists with the region and branch level safety committees.
• Oversees and assists with employee safety, special projects, worker's compensation program and assists with the company’s contractor safety program.
• Oversees the branches EHS documentation for various Valcourt programs and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively identifies safety, health, and environmental related matters and recommends, develops, and implements solutions for the WP division.
• Works with region and branch management, branch safety representatives, and corporate EHS Department to promote Valcourt’s safety culture.
• Ensures data integrity and accuracy for EHS for injury and illnesses, training, OSHA recordability, audits, and inspections, leading and lagging indicators, and other EHS related data as set forth by Valcourt.
• Plans and implements programs to train regional VPs, branch managers, supervisors, and employees to meet standards and to enhance Valcourt’s safety culture.
• Assist EHS Managers and Branch Management with EHS related matters (e.g., incident reporting, EHS programs, compliance history, incident data, COI, etc.)
• Oversees Valcourt’s emergency response to safety, health, and environmental incidents and injuries at the branch level.
• Leads and assists with management of change process as it relates to safety, health, and environmental issues for the WP division.

Requirements

Communication and Leadership Skills

• Ability to convey complex information or data to individuals at all levels.
• Must be able to regularly access and use general office equipment including phones, computers, copiers, etc.
• Must be able to travel overnight regularly to the work locations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift-up to 25 pounds unassisted on an occasional basis.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation to drive to Valcourt locations.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Able to work with and influence employees, managers and leaders without formal or direct authority.
• Must be able to travel at moment’s notice to Valcourt’s locations when required.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of field operations personnel, managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Good communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Prior experience in coordinating and supporting EPA/OSHA regulatory requirements.
• Must be able to work in a busy, often distracting work environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university or significant field Environmental, Health & Safety related experience required.
• Experience in MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint, and other MS Office tools.
• Self-directed with the ability to work on multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Must be able to work at outdoor environments in various hot and cold weather conditions.
• Creative thinker with ability to consider various solutions.
• Must be able to work at heights, climb ladders, stairs, MEWP, and other elevated workstations.
• Must have valid identification for domestic air travel.
• ASP or IHIT certification preferred.
• Prior experience in delivering formal or informal training to managers and employees required.
• Understanding of OSHA/ANSI/NFPA regulatory requirements.
• 8 to 15 years minimum related experience in Health & Safety Program development and implementation and training.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance