Branch Safety, Environmental, and Health Manager (70028)

Description

• Assists with the record keeping, and manuals for these programs (including but not limited to): OSHA, and state regulatory agencies, Local Emergency Planning Coordinators, and other agencies as required.
• Plans and implements programs to train Branch managers, supervisors, and employees to meet standards and to enhance Valcourt’s safety culture.
• Plans, develops, implements, and oversees Valcourt’s EHS programs at the Branch level; coordinates and assists with the Branch level safety committees.
• Assists with new employee safety orientation program and employee safety training.
• Leads and assists with the investigation of incidents and injuries from initial report to closure for the Branch.
• Assists with employee safety, special projects, and worker's compensation program.
• Leads and oversees the implementation of corrective actions arising from EHS audits, incidents, site improvements, safety programs, and other safety related initiative for the Branch.
• Develops and maintains EHS documentation for various Valcourt programs and regulatory requirements.
• Leads and assists with management of change process as it relates to safety, health, and environmental issues for the Branch.
• Attends and successfully completes specific Train-the-Trainer courses to subsequently conduct periodic training including training related with fall protection such as rope descent, Mobile Aerial Work Platforms, utilization of access equipment, building maintenance units, etc.
• Provide leadership in developing, implementing, and managing EHS policies, programs, and practices to Branch management and employees.
• Works with Branch Management, Branch Safety Representatives, and Corporate EHS Department to promote Valcourt’s safety culture.
• Assists with the company’s contractor safety program.
• Participates and assists with annual company goal setting process for EHS key metrics that are measured for the organization.
• Engages and assists Valcourt’s Safety Team with safety initiatives, programs, audits, and overall EHS program management for continuous improvements.
• Proactively identifies safety, health, and environmental related matters and recommends, develops, and implements solutions for the Branch.
• Communicates closely with Operations and Valcourt EHS team members and can independently manage day to day safety compliance so Valcourt’s EHS goals are reached at the Branch level.
• Assists with Valcourt’s emergency response to safety, health, and environmental incidents and injuries at the Branch level.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of field operations personnel, managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Self-directed with the ability to work on multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Must be able to work in a busy, often distracting work environment.
• Must be able to work at heights, climb ladders, stairs, MEWP, and other elevated workstations.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Able to work with and influence employees, managers and leaders without formal or direct authority.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• ASP or IHIT certification desirable.
• Must be able to regularly access and use general office equipment including phones, computers, copiers, etc.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation to Valcourt locations.
• Prior experience in delivering formal or informal training to managers and employees required.
• Creative thinker with ability to consider various solutions.
• 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.
• Experience in MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint, and other MS Office tools.
• Prior experience in coordinating and supporting EPA/OSHA regulatory requirements.
• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university or significant field Environmental, Health & Safety related experience required.
• Must be able to lift-up to 25 pounds unassisted on an occasional basis.
• 3 to 5 years minimum related experience in Health & Safety Program development and implementation and training.
• Must have valid identification for domestic air travel.
• Must be able to work at outdoor environments in various hot and cold weather conditions.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be able to travel at moment’s notice to Valcourt’s locations when required.
• Understanding of OSHA/ANSI/NFPA regulatory requirements.
• Ability to convey complex information or data to individuals at all levels.
• Good communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance