Safety Health Environmental and Security Manager (SHES) - East Region

Safety, Health, Environment and Security Manager Eastern US and Canada, Austin Powder Company

ABOUT THE POSITION

Safety, Health, Environment and Security Manager will help Austin Powder comply with workplace safety regulations from OSHA, MSHA, RCRA, EPA, ERD and State Environmental regulations. They also help educate employees to create a culture of mindful workplace safety. The primary duty is to analyze compliance guidelines regarding safety, health, and the environment, and make sure Austin Powder locations meet or exceed them. To this end, work with company leadership to ensure guidelines, policies, and practices are being followed at our locations. They educate employees on the "how and why" of those practices, thereby creating an overall safer company. Successful candidates will live in the Eastern portion of the US and within 50 miles of a major airport.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Ability to uphold the company's mission, vision and values.
• Promote safety awareness in both work practices and company culture.
• Understand Canadian regulations, US- OSHA, MSHA, RCRA, Environmental laws and assure company compliance with them.
• Assist in the development and implementation of safety procedures, policies, and guidelines.
• Conducts safety audits & inspects locations and equipment to ensure a safe working environment & compliance with all regulatory laws.
• Performing routine safety inspections on gassing set ups, bins, magazines and at the bench audits.
• Assist in mitigation of identified hazardous conditions or unsafe acts.
• Participate in incident investigations and assist with the development of corrective actions.
• Works with management to effectively implement safety programs and requirements.
• Ability to communicate with employees at all levels
• Trains employees in safety procedures, including specialized safety training (e.g., Confined Space, LOTO, Fall Protection) & MSHA Annual Refresher Training as required.
• Maintain knowledge of current best practices and changes in regulations/policies.
• Monitor and work in our safety tracking data base Intelex.
• Build relationships with our customers' safety personnel.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Required Experience, Skills & Abilities:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of industry experience.
• Familiarity with FMCSR and Hazmat regulations.
• Must have previous experience in either mining and quarrying, explosive, heavy civil construction, commercial motor vehicle carrier, or other relevant industries.
• Must have the ability to maintain professional relationships with other company employees, industry trade organizations, and customers.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and analysis skills.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Software.
• Must be able to work flexible hours based on business needs and travel on short notice.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Educational Requirements:

• MSHA blue card instructor preferred not required.
• OSHA 30 certified required or obtained within 6 months of being hired.
• RCRA certified required or obtained within 6 months of being hired.
• This position requires a post-secondary education or a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

Key Behavioral Traits for Success:

• Safety Orientation: Commitment to "safety first" always and in all situations; accepting that safety is not something else to do, it is an element of everything we do for our employees and our customers. If it is not safe, we stop and do not go forward until it is.
• Commitment to Task: Able to take responsibility for actions and outcomes and persist despite obstacles; give dedication to the position; demonstrate dependability in difficult circumstances and show a sense of urgency about getting results.
• Communication: Able to clearly present information through spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with internal / external customers; listen well.
• Decision Making & Problem Solving: Able to problem solve while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even while dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh options with a strong attention to detail.
• Policies, Processes, & Procedures: Able to act in accordance with established guidelines; follow standard regulatory procedures; communicate and enforce organizational policies and procedures.
• Integrity: Deal with others in a straightforward and honest manner, accountable for actions, maintaining confidentiality and supporting company values.
• Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands priorities in a changing environment.
• Customer/Quality Focus: Anticipates and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate manner. Provides the highest quality service and product to all customers.

Work Environment:

• This position supports our field location operations.
• Work is both in the office and out in the field at our locations or customer sites.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, climb and crawl regularly.
• Must be able to kneel, reach, and work at heights exceeding 30 feet.
• Willingness and ability to travel on a scheduled and unscheduled basis.
• Willingness to travel 65-70% of each year within the United States and Canada.

Location

• The ideal candidate will be located within the East region and within close proximity to a major airport for travel purposes.

AUSTIN POWDER's Mission

To improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives.

AUSTIN POWDER's Vision

We will be the global leader of explosive products, services and technologies as defined by our Customers, our Family and our Communities.

AUSTIN POWDER's Values

Safety is our 1st priority; WE are customer focused; we leverage the Power of the Family; We treat everyone with respect.

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.