Health & Safety Director

Amp Americas

The Role

Overview

Lead H&S strategy and compliance across RNG operations, field-based role.

Key Responsibilities

  • kpi tracking
  • safety audits
  • incident investigation
  • emergency planning
  • regulatory compliance
  • policy management

Tasks

The Health & Safety (H&S) Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive H&S strategies, systems, and programs across all of Amp Americas' operations. This is primarily a field-based position. This role will ensure compliance with relevant safety and environmental regulations, operating permits, and reporting requirements while fostering a culture of health and safety stewardship throughout the organization. The Director of H&S will drive continuous improvement in H&S performance and support the company's growth in the renewable natural gas (RNG) industry. This position will report to the Chief Operating Officer on an interim basis and work closely with the VP of Operations, the VP of Engineering and the VP of Project Delivery to ensure an independent line of communication to the executive team. -Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for H&S performance, providing regular reports to senior management -Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate H&S considerations into business decisions and growth strategies -Visit operating facilities and new construction sites to conduct safety audits on personnel, equipment, and materials -Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the implementation of corrective actions -Stay current with emerging H&S trends, technologies, and regulations in the RNG industry -Lead emergency preparedness and response planning for all Amp Americas facilities -Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local H&S regulations across Amp Americas' facilities -Develop and execute H&S strategies aligned with Amp Americas' business objectives and industry best practices at field operations -Develop and manage the H&S budget, allocating resources effectively to support safety -Coordinate with the Operations Division Trainer to ensure H&S principles are integrated into operator training programs -Review and approve contractor safety programs and ensure compliance with Amp Americas' safety standards -Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of H&S policies, procedures, and management systems

Requirements

  • csp
  • iso 14001
  • iso 45001
  • data analysis
  • bachelor's
  • 5-10 years

What You Bring

-Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in high-pressure situations -Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred; with preference given to additional relevant certifications (e.g., CIH, CHMM) -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present to senior management and external stakeholders -Experience with H&S management systems such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and OSHA VPP -Willingness to travel to Amp Americas facilities as needed (approximately 50% of the time) -Extensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory standards applicable to the RNG or similar process industries -Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to translate H&S metrics into actionable insights -Self-starter with the ability to influence and motivate at all levels of the organization -Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related field -Proven track record of developing and implementing successful H&S programs in industrial settings -Familiarity with renewable energy, biogas, or related industries is a plus -5-10 years of experience in H&S management, with at least 5 years in an industrial processing industry such as RNG, oil and gas exploration and processing, power generation, pulp and paper manufacturing, natural gas compression and/or pipelines

Benefits

-Casual dress code -Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance -Compensation package commensurate with experience including equity -Paid time off and company paid holidays -Opportunity to build upon your career in a company on the cutting edge of the RNG industry

The Company

About Amp Americas

-Founded in 2011, Amp Americas specializes in producing carbon-negative renewable natural gas (RNG) from dairy waste. -Operates seven facilities processing manure from over 100,000 cows across 20 dairy farms into ultra-low carbon RNG. -Vertically integrated with divisions for RNG development, operations, and marketing, offering end-to-end solutions. -Acquired projects in Indiana and Idaho, tripling its carbon-negative fuels portfolio. -Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and one of the largest RNG producers in the U.S. -Focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions with innovative waste-to-energy technologies.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Transportation

Agriculture

Health & Safety Director at Amp Americas in Chicago, IL