Bilingual EHS Manager

SBM Management Services, LP; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 113,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Management Services, LP is seeking a Bilingual EHS Manager in Warwick, RI to plan, direct, and implement the safety program to maintain a safe, healthy, and accident-free work environment.

The role requires planning and implementing safety policies in line with OSHA regulations, training managers and staff in safety practices, and leading accident investigations. Candidates must be proficient in Spanish and have a Bachelor's degree with 5–8 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in safety/EHS.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations.
• Plan and implement programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment, and other materials.
• Prepare studies and analyses of industrial accident causes and hazards to health for use by company personnel and outside agencies.
• Inspect organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determine corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• Provide information, signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions.
• Lead the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperate in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Compile and submit accident reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Oversee the administration of the workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier to reduce employee lost time.
• Prepare and arrange safety exhibits and material for display, promotional work, industry conferences, and exhibitions.
• Represent the organization in community or industry safety groups and programs.
• Maintain safety files and records.
• Some travel may be required for this position.
• Bilingual in Spanish required.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Safety Management

OSHA compliance

Training & development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

5-8 years of experience

Job description

Title

Bilingual EHS Manager

Job Overview

The EHS Manager will be responsible for planning, directing, and implementing the organization safety program to ensure a safe, healthy, and accident‑free work environment by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations.
• Plan and implement programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment, and other materials.
• Prepare studies and analyses of industrial accident causes and hazards to health for use by company personnel and outside agencies.
• Inspect organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determine corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• Provide information, signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions.
• Lead the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperate in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Compile and submit accident reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Oversee the administration of the workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier to reduce employee lost time.
• Prepare and arrange safety exhibits and material for display, promotional work, industry conferences, and exhibitions.
• Represent the organization in community or industry safety groups and programs.
• Maintain safety files and records.
• Some travel may be required for this position.
• Bilingual in Spanish required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education and/ or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field from a four‑year college or university with 5‑8 years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: May be required to have a valid driver’s license.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; performance evaluations; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Ensure employees are properly trained on tasks and safety requirements.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Salary

$113,000–$125,000

Shift

Days-Variable-Weekends

Benefits

SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM’s benefits, please visit SBM’s website at: www.sbmmanagement.com/careers.

SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.