Business Unit Safety Manager - Environmental Solutions

Republic Services; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a BU Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives and compliance efforts across multiple business units. This role involves developing loss prevention programs, ensuring adherence to OSHA and DOT regulations, and fostering a culture of safety through training and communication. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in safety management, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to promoting safe work environments. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainability and employee well-being, where your expertise will drive impactful safety improvements and support organizational goals.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Benefits

Dental Plans

Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Short- and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a safety professional required.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and safety standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement loss prevention programs and safety objectives.
• Monitor compliance with safety regulations and conduct training.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Report Writing

Microsoft Office

Organizational Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Knowledge of DOT and OSHA Standards

Safety Certification

OSHA Compliance Course

Education

Professional Safety Certification

College Degree in Safety Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The BU Safety Manager provides support to multiple BUs in an Area to assist in the development and implementation of loss prevention programs and safety objectives, policies, procedures and training programs.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides technical expertise and consultation to BU leadership to promote and implement safety-related training programs that drive sustainable, proactive safety conscience behaviors.
2. Ensures that BU loss prevention programs are in place to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local safety regulations that govern the solid waste industry. Assesses Division and Business Unit loss control program activities efforts to communicate, train and develop critical skills.
3. Monitors Division and Business Unit implementation of safety and loss prevention programs, including Focus 6 programs; takes action to redirect activity where performance falls short of targets.
4. Ensures continued compliance with applicable OSHA safety regulations throughout assigned Divisions and Business Units.
5. Ensures continued compliance with Federal and State Department of Transportation regulations throughout assigned Divisions and Business Units; ensures recordkeeping requirements are met.
6. Provides technical expertise and acts as a resource in the preparation of training materials. Supports monthly employee safety meetings by ensuring that leadership promotes and consistently relays the organization’s values and beliefs regarding a safe working environment.
7. Ensures ongoing management of return to duty (modified / light duty) programs. Partners with HR and Division management to minimize time away from work due to work related injuries and incidents.
8. Participates in investigation of serious accidents / injuries and monitors supervisor investigations of all minor accidents and injuries.
9. Participates in division OSHA or DOT compliance inspections as well as audits that may occur.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Effective interpersonal communication skills across various levels of the organization, external customers, and agencies.
2. Ability to write reports and correspondence with minimal direction.
3. Intermediate Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills.
4. Excellent organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, maintaining attention to detail, while meeting deadlines.
5. Strong customer service orientation skills.
6. Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other applicable health and safety standards.
7. A professional safety certification through a nationally recognized safety organization, such as the National Safety Council or a college degree in Safety Management.
8. Successful completion of 40-hour OSHA compliance course.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a safety professional.
2. Valid driver’s license.

Pay Range: $114,800.00 - $172,200.00

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable): Bonus - Annual Incentive ("MIP") Target, 15% Annual

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals.

Our company values guide our daily actions:

1. Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
2. Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
3. Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
4. Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
5. Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.

We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts.