Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in the EHS field in a leadership role.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of EHS experience within utilities or construction industry.
• Bachelor’s Degree in EHS or related field required.
• OSHA/Asbestos certifications preferred.
• ASCP certificate or equivalent is required.
• CSP certifications or equivalent is preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Forms, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of current safety standards as directed by OSHA, DEC and other agencies.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, and proctor safety training across all departments.
• Create and provide presentations on EHS across all levels of personnel from field to board members.
• Provide effective employee training including, but not limited to, chemical usage, hazardous materials, controlling hazardous energy and safe equipment operation.
• Manage the Asbestos Handling training program, licensing, and recordkeeping requirements related to the NYS CR56 Asbestos Program.
• Interface with regulatory agencies: OSHA, PESH, DEC, EPA and Suffolk County Department of Health.
• Coordinate the safe removal of hazardous and universal waste (spent solvents, lead paint and non-friable asbestos).
• Coordinate chemical spill response remediation utilizing contractors and/or SCWA trained employees.
• Act as chair of the Authority’s Safety Committee and Laboratory Safety Committee and participate as a member of the Motor Vehicle Accident Review Committee.
• Maintain administrative records and provide reports.