Safety Manager

WIN Waste Innovations; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

Flexible medical plans

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and personal days

Job summary

A waste management company in Connecticut is seeking a Safety Manager to develop policies and implement a safety program. The incumbent will train managers on safety requirements, conduct accident investigations, and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulations. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree and have 5 years of safety-related experience. The role offers industry-leading benefits and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in a safety-related position.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FMCS, and EPA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure safety training for managers and supervisors.
• Coordinate accident investigations and reporting.
• Maintain safety and workers’ compensation records.

Skills

Risk management

Occupational health and safety regulations

Safety training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field

Job description

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Safety Manager who will develop policies and procedures and implement the safety program across multiple business units, in accordance with company and federal/state regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Ensures managers and supervisors are properly trained in health and safety regulatory requirements, accident/injury investigation and root cause analysis.
• Ensures operational management conducts regularly scheduled safety meetings with drivers, shop employees, office employees, and management on safe driving and working principles.
• Coordinates accident investigations and accident reporting for the company.
• Ensures root‑cause analyses are conducted for each accident and injury; reviews statistical documentation for trends.
• Ensures driver evaluations and re‑evaluations are conducted in accordance with company standards.
• Develops or requisitions teaching aids (e.g., Smith System; DriveCam) to enhance driver proficiency and safe driving habits.
• Ensures pre‑employment, random, and post‑accident/post‑injury drug testing practices meet regulatory and company standards.
• Ensures all accident registers and files, safety and workers’ compensation records, and driver certification files are maintained.
• Conducts and records employee observations, premises and shop inspections, and periodic vehicle safety inspections.
• Provides accident data and accident reduction goals to management (e.g., TRIR, DART, CFR).
• Liaison and management of third‑party safety consultants regarding loss control and claims management.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
• Maintains a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with customers, clients, vendors, co‑workers, and management.

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health or related field.
• Five years experience in a safety‑related position.
• Working and practical knowledge of risk management, industrial health and safety rules and regulations, including OSHA, DOT, FMCS, and EPA.

Preferred Experience

• Waste or transportation industry experience.

What You’ll Enjoy

• Industry‑leading benefits.
• Multiple and flexible medical plans.
• Outstanding PTO program.
• Floating holidays.
• Strong 401(k) program and company match.
• Tuition reimbursement plan.
• College loan reimbursement.
• College scholarship program for dependents.
• Parental leave program.
• Inclusive culture.
• Employee engagement events.
• Employee resource groups.

WIN Waste Innovations is a waste management company committed to delivering essential waste management solutions to customers and communities supported by our team of 2,300 employees. We believe in preserving our environment for future generations while providing for today's needs. WIN Waste Innovations is a vertically integrated business with a platform of 50 strategically located collection, transfer, and disposal assets, including waste‑to‑energy facilities, transfer stations, ash monofills, landfills, and fleets of rail cars and collection vehicles. We process more than 11 million tons of waste annually, converting 6.7 million tons of waste into clean, renewable energy that powers 340,000 homes. We recycle more than 234,000 tons of plastic, paper, and metals from the waste stream.

At WIN Waste Innovations, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability. As well as company match on 401(k), and more! Our employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.