MAJOR FUNCTION
This position will provide full time environmental health and safety support to the HPW operations and will ensure that all practices are in compliance with Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements. The position will be responsible for coordinating regulatory programs, permitting applications, lead the development and coordination of the EHS training programs as required for compliance.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Practice safe working techniques and re-enforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures as set out by the Company.
* Provide daily guidance and direction in EHS programs at the employee / supervisor level to ensure a common and effective approach.
* Ensure that contractor personnel working on the property are in compliance with Nilfisk policies and safety requirements.
* Maintain and update as needed SOP's for all safe work practices and equipment and utilize them in day to day training.
* Provide advice, assist, and audit line management to ensure that effective EHS is implemented and working.
* Perform and contribute to the Site Training Plans by conducting employee orientations; emergency response training; and coordination of modular training programs.
* Ensure inspections by regulatory agencies are coordinated and deficiencies minimized and corrected.
* Coordinate with the Head of Operations of the facility, correcting deficiencies and conducting monthly safety inspections.
* Maintain all logs and documentation associated with permits and regulatory requirements.
* Create and assist with maintaining the Site Preparedness and Emergency Plans & Procedures.
* Accountable for researching, writing and submitting environmental permit applications.
* Accountable for compliance completing permit reporting requirements.
* Review and manage all corrective actions based on accidents, incidents and near miss incidents.
* Manage a "Near Miss" reporting system.
* Create filing systems regarding worker training and safety.
* Maintain working relationships with Regulatory Agencies.
* Chair the Safety Committee.
* Create a Nilfisk Job Safety Analysis Matrix (JSA).
* Create Emergency Response Teams.
* Hold regular quarterly EHS status report meetings.
* Create data and actions plans as well as participate in monthly MBR meetings.
* The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE:
* Practice safe working techniques and re-enforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures as set out by the Company.
* Ensure that contractor personnel working on the property are in compliance with Nilfisk policies and safety requirements.
* Maintain and update as needed SOP's for all safe work practices, maintenance, facilities and equipment and utilize them in day to day training.
* Provide advice, assist, and audit line management to ensure that effective EHS is implemented and working.
* Perform and contribute to the Site Training Plans by conducting employee safety orientations; emergency response training; and coordination of modular training programs.
* Ensure inspections by regulatory agencies are coordinated and deficiencies minimized and corrected.
* Maintain all logs and documentation associated with permits and regulatory requirements.
* Create and assist with maintaining the Site Preparedness and Emergency Plans & Procedures.
* Accountable for researching, writing and submitting environmental permit applications.
* Accountable for compliance completing permit reporting requirements.
* Perform, schedule and maintain all maintenance, facilities needs, and / or supervise direct reports of the Maintenance staff.
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
* AS degree in a technical field of study, a bachelor degree in related field preferred
* Minimum of five years experience in Environmental Health and Safety role OR experience of 10+ years of industrial work environments.
* Excellent computer skills (e.g. MS Office including Excel and Word) are essential.
* Excellent written and verbal skills
* Must hold OSHA 30 hour training certification, or willing to complete within first 90 days of hire..
CORE COMPETENCIES:
* Team player and able to build and maintain relationships both internal and external.
* Flexible to change and open to constructive feedback.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
* Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
KNOWLEDGE & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
* Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
* Must be a team player with all levels of management and departments with a winning attitude.
* Ability to plan, organize, and manage complex projects.
* Able to interact with all functional areas and all organizational levels.
* Must be able to analyze problems and develop improvement plans.
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Clean is changing. Today, cleaning is a key contributor to health and safety, and a new clean is emerging, driven by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development, and we work as one team with one agenda, supporting each other across an exciting, dynamic organization. Being part of Nilfisk means having the freedom to speak your mind and do what you do best. You will thrive by having a hands-on approach and the drive to bring your great ideas to life. At Nilfisk you can lead, innovate and collaborate for a cleaner future. Are you ready to make a change?
We embrace diversity and equality with an environment of inclusion. We encourage everyone to apply for the position, regardless of origin, race, ethnicity, religion, physical or mental ability, gender, gender-identity or expression, sexual orientation, and age.
Nilfisk offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Basic and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account with Company Contribution, 401K with Company Match, Long and Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Legal Plan, Parental Leave, Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Volunteer Day, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Reimbursement, Scholarship opportunities, etc.
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