Company Description
Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Job Description
Position Purpose:
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Health and Safety Manager to oversee safety operations at a HAZWOPER site. This role is critical in ensuring regulatory compliance, managing emergency response efforts, and fostering a culture of safety. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background, leadership capabilities, and excellent interpersonal skills to protect workers, the public, and the environment.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 and other applicable regulations.
- Develop, implement, and maintain the Site Health and Safety Plan (HASP) and Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
- Lead emergency response efforts including chemical spills, fires, and medical emergencies.
- Serve as Incident Commander or Safety Officer during emergency events.
- Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
- Deliver HAZWOPER and emergency response training to site personnel.
- Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate safety records and report performance metrics.
- Collaborate with site supervisors, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Qualifications
Education/Experience/Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field or 8 years of related field and management experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in health and safety management, preferably in hazardous waste or emergency response environments.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and NFPA regulations.
- Experience with emergency response planning and incident command systems (ICS).
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Leadership: Ability to lead safety initiatives and emergency teams effectively.
- Communication: Clear and professional verbal and written communication.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve safety issues.
- Teamwork: Collaborative approach to working with diverse teams.
- Adaptability: Calm and flexible in dynamic or emergency situations.
- Attention to Detail: Thorough in inspections, documentation, and compliance.
- Empathy & Coaching: Supportive in mentoring staff and promoting safe practices.
Required Certification/Licenses/Training:
- Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and 8-hour supervisor/refresher as applicable.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification
- ICS/NIMS Training
Additional Information
Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
