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Project HSSE Coordinator

APM Terminals · Elizabeth, NJ · 1 mo ago
Management$108k–$120k/yrFull-time

What We Can Offer

  • Dynamic learning and training culture empowering employees to excel
  • Commitment to improvement driven by Lean principles with opportunities to develop skills and advance careers
  • Diverse, multinational workplace where operational insights directly influence how work is done
  • Contribution to large-scale construction projects within an active marine terminal
  • Influence safety outcomes in complex operational environments
  • Participation in continuous improvement initiatives through safety observations, audits, and stakeholder collaboration
  • Structured yet dynamic environment where HSSE innovation and operational excellence are prioritized
  • Training and certification opportunities across OSHA, environmental compliance, and emergency response disciplines
  • Collaboration with internal teams and external regulators with exposure to multi-agency coordination and compliance best practices

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate HSSE execution for construction activities, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, regulatory requirements, and site-specific procedures
  • Develop and implement HSSE policies, procedures, and systems that support operational safety and compliance across construction projects
  • Conduct field inspections, audits, and safety walkthroughs to identify hazards, assess risks, and ensure corrective actions are implemented
  • Lead incident reporting, investigations, and root cause analysis, while monitoring HSSE KPIs and driving performance improvements
  • Oversee contractor compliance, including verification of certifications, safety performance, and adherence to CHASP, JSAs, and method statements
  • Manage regulatory interface and compliance activities, supporting inspections and documentation for OSHA, EPA, DEP, USCG, CBP, and Port Authority
  • Support SIMOPS coordination in high-risk areas, ensuring safe execution of activities near active roadways, berths, and terminal operations

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, Emergency Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 2–5 years of HSSE experience within construction, transportation, marine terminals, or heavy infrastructure environments
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910, 1926, 1917) and environmental compliance frameworks (EPA/DEP requirements)
  • Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and managing inspections, audits, and compliance documentation
  • Practical expertise in high-risk activities such as LOTO, confined space entry, excavation, lifting operations, and marine-side work

Pay

$108K - $120K

Schedule

First Shift (6 am - 3 pm) and Second Shift (3 pm - Midnight)

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