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)