Manager, Safety, HWAD

Day & Zimmermann; Hawthorne (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

100% paid maternity leave

Parental leave & paid time off

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann is seeking an experienced Specialist, Training and Development to lead the Hawthorne, NV contract safety program on site. You will oversee safety policy, inspections, investigations, and training to reduce risk and ensure compliant performance.

You will coordinate with senior leaders, government representatives, and HR to maintain safety standards and deliver effective safety training across depot operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Management, or related field; equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive safety, health, industrial safety, explosives safety, ammunition operations safety, compliance, or related experience, including inspections, investigations, and training; 2+ years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safety and health program for the Hawthorne, NV contract, coordinating ISO 45001 activities and ensuring compliance with OSHA, DoD, and other requirements.
• Manage safety resources and provide oversight to ensure inspections, investigations, reporting, and corrective actions are completed on schedule.
• Conduct, coordinate, and document safety inspections, audits, hazard assessments, and follow up on corrective actions.

Skills

Safety program knowledge

Explosives safety

Inspection & investigations

Policy & training development

People leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety/Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Day & Zimmermann

When you’ve been around for more than a century, you know a thing or two! At Day & Zimmermann, we take our lifetime of experience and make things better! Our 37,000+ employees help bring big ideas to life every day. We’re pushing the boundaries of innovation in construction & engineering, operations & maintenance, staffing, and security & defense. And that’s not all. Did we mention that we have 900+ worldwide locations with $3 billion USD in annual revenue? Come join our in on purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world. We do what we say. http://www.dayzim.com

We're looking for an experienced Specialist, Training and Development

Reporting to the Director, Compliance, the Manager, Safety leads the Hawthorne, NV contract safety function and oversees assigned safety personnel supporting depot operations. This position manages safety program execution, inspections, investigations, training support, reporting, and compliance activities to reduce operational risk and support safe, compliant performance across the Hawthorne Army Depot contract.

Location

This position is located on site in Hawthorne, NV.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the safety and health program for the Hawthorne, NV contract, including ISO 45001 program coordination, safety policy implementation, and compliance with applicable Company, contract, OSHA, DOT, DoD, state, and federal requirements. Ensure safety program activities support safe depot operations and reduce operational risk
• Manage assigned safety resources, priorities, work requests, documentation, and reporting. Provide work direction and oversight to assigned safety personnel to ensure inspections, investigations, reporting, and corrective actions are completed accurately and on schedule
• Conduct, coordinate, and document safety inspections, surveys, audits, and hazard assessments across depot operations. Track findings, recommend corrective or preventive actions, and follow up with stakeholders to confirm that required measures are implemented.
• Develop, update, and communicate safety policies, procedures, training materials, and program guidance for employees, supervisors, and managers. Deliver or coordinate safety training and support safety committees to reinforce safe work practices and compliance expectations
• Lead incident, accident, and near-miss investigations involving personnel, ammunition, explosives, equipment, facilities, or operational activities. Prepare written reports, identify contributing causes, and coordinate corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Partner with the Director, Compliance, depot leaders, government representatives, Human Resources, medical and testing resources, vendors, and other stakeholders on safety performance, emerging risks, and environmental or compliance concerns. Maintain high ethical standards and support Company values, the Code of Ethics, and Standards of Business Conduct.

Required Skills

• Safety and health program knowledge sufficient to administer contract safety requirements, ISO 45001 program activities, and OSHA, DOT, DoD, state, and federal compliance obligations.
• Explosives, ammunition, industrial, and depot safety knowledge sufficient to assess hazards, recommend controls, and support safe work practices in field and operational environments.
• Inspection, audit, and incident investigation capability sufficient to document findings, identify contributing causes, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions.
• Policy, procedure, and training development capability sufficient to communicate safety requirements to employees, supervisors, managers, and government or customer stakeholders.
• People leadership and resource management capability sufficient to prioritize work, guide safety personnel, monitor performance, and support budget and reporting requirements.
• Stakeholder communication and technical writing capability sufficient to prepare reports, brief leaders, respond to questions, and present safety information clearly to varied audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Management, or related field; equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive safety, health, industrial safety, explosives safety, ammunition operations safety, compliance, or related experience, including experience supporting inspections, incident investigations, corrective actions, and safety training. 2+ years of supervisory, lead, or work-direction experience for safety, compliance, technical, operations, or field personnel.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all Company, contract, safety, explosives safety, and site-specific certifications required by the Master Training Plan or assignment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid State driver’s license. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of government security clearance, required Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives clearance, and favorable NCIC III vetting as required by assignment
• Must be able to perform duties with strong safety awareness, ethical judgment, and compliance discipline. Support related duties consistent with job scope and business needs

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the hourly pay range for this role is $94,960- $142,440. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees, and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

Physical Requirements

To Ensure a Safe Work Environment While Meeting The Physical Demands Of The Job, You Must Be Able To Perform The Following Physical And Mental Tasks, With Or Without a Reasonable Accommodation

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery
• Balancing (e.g., maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching etc.)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses the fingers)
• Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g., reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 20 pounds
• Walking
• Repetitive motions of any part of the body
• Pushing or pulling (e.g., using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction, or in a dragging or hauling motion
• Hearing
• Fingering (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses the fingers
• Grasping (e.g., use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g., perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture etc.)
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus over long periods of time
• Ability to write complex documents in the [English] language
• Ability to read complex documents in [English] language
• Capacity to express thoughts orally (e.g., accurately, quick and loudly convey spoken instructions to workers)
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
• Expertise in any specific software required? (MS Office)
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or work site
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g., extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail], and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.