Safety Manager

Association Of Zoos & Aquariums; Toledo; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium is seeking a Full-time Safety Manager to oversee workplace health and safety programs and ensure compliance with regulations. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a solid background in safety practices and OSHA regulations. The position involves developing training, conducting inspections, and fostering a culture of safety awareness.

Formación

• Requires an associate degree in safety or a related field; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Two years of safety experience or related work experience required.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations; OSHA and COSS certifications preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Establish, implement, oversee, and enforce effective workplace health and safety programs.
• Develop and deliver employee training and conduct safety drills.
• Oversee inventory of PPE and conduct safety inspections.

Conocimientos

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Educación

Associate degree in safety or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Herramientas

Safety management software

Descripción del empleo

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Safety Manager

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium is seeking a Full-time Safety Manager to establish, implement, oversee, and enforce effective workplace health and safety programs, ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and AZA regulations/standards, and foster a culture of safety awareness and compliance to ensure the welfare of employees, volunteers, guests, contractors, and vendors.

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, updating, maintaining, and delivering employee training, record-keeping, safety incident investigations and mitigation, safety and fire inspections, the Zoo’s emergency management plan, and general compliance to meet OSHA requirements. This role will also oversee the inventory of PPE, Safety Data Sheets, and First Aid equipment/supplies, create and deliver safety presentations for all staff, identify safety hazards, and conduct safety drills routinely.

This position reports to the Vice President of Security and Safety Operations. It is an exempt role under the Fair Labor Standards Act and requires working over forty hours per week.

Minimum Training and Experience

• Requires an associate degree in safety or a related field; a bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Two years of safety experience or related work experience required.
• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Ability to walk up to 5-7 miles a day.
• Ability to climb ladders and traverse roofs.
• Ability to lift and carry weights up to 20 pounds, not exceeding 40 pounds.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations; OSHA and COSS certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, safety management software, and reporting tools.
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability by the fleet insurance carrier.
• The Toledo Zoo is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, religion, color, creed, genetic information, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Experience Required

Minimum training and experience include an associate degree in safety or a related field, with a bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience. Must have excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Two years of safety or related experience required. Must be 21+ years old, capable of walking 5-7 miles daily, climbing ladders, traversing roofs, and lifting weights up to 40 pounds. Knowledge of OSHA regulations is essential; OSHA and COSS certifications are preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management software is required. Flexibility for work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Valid driver’s license and insurability are necessary. The Toledo Zoo maintains a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

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