Safety Manager

SET Environmental Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SET Environmental Inc is seeking a Safety Manager in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves developing and implementing safety processes, overseeing training, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree with at least five years of relevant experience, along with certifications in safety and hazardous materials. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years related experience in hazardous materials or safety field.
• Certification in Safety and Hazardous Materials field (CSP, CHMM, CET).
• High degree of enthusiasm and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective processes to reduce safety risk to employees.
• Conduct safety program orientation and training for employees.
• Perform accident, incident and injury investigations.

Skills

Management principles

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of OSHA, DOT and RCRA regulations

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

A Safety Manager at SET Environmental is responsible for:

• Develop and implement effective processes and programs intended to reduce safety risk to SET employees and other stakeholders
• Develop, review and update safety and health programs and procedures for SET and SET clients
• Assist in measuring safety performance of employees and communicating performance to management
• Help establish, update, and conduct safety program orientation and training for new and current employees
• Oversee and participates in the safety inspection / audit program
• Identify and analyze recognized workplace hazards and implement corrective actions to minimize occurrence and severity of incidents and injuries
• Perform accident, incident and injury investigations
• Conduct and assist with regularly scheduled safety meetings at Chicago area managed locations
• Assist with development, review and revision of SET safety incentive and employee recognition programs
• Continually pursue increased knowledge, skills and professional development
• Monitor OSHA, DOT and EPA requirements on an ongoing basis to ensure SET compliance with applicable regulations
• Will perform other miscellaneous duties as necessary

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree with minimum of five (5) years related experience in hazardous materials or safety field
• Knowledge of and ability to use effective management principles including leadership, planning, and proven ability to successfully implement policy, programs or directives
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High degree of enthusiasm and self-motivation
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Certification in Safety and Hazardous Materials field, such as: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) and Certified Environmental Trainer (CET)
• Good working knowledge of OSHA, DOT and RCRA regulations
• Ability to develop and maintain a positive attitude towards safety within all levels of the organization