Safety Program Manager

Covanta; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facility Safety Program Manager to lead safety initiatives in a dynamic environment. This role involves overseeing regulatory compliance, managing safety training programs, and promoting a strong safety culture. You'll collaborate with a diverse team to drive process improvements and ensure the well-being of all employees. If you're passionate about health and safety and want to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a mission-driven team committed to sustainability and excellence in safety management.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of health and safety experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of health and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage safety training programs and monitor contractor safety performance.
• Conduct incident investigations and maintain safety records.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Regulatory Compliance

Incident Investigation

Training Program Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Lean and Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we're missing is you. Apply today!

About the role

Reporting to the Facility Manager and the Area or Regional Safety Manager, the Facility Safety Program Manager I (SPM-1) will have a varying range of responsibilities depending on the size and complexity of the plant, number of employees and projects assigned. The SPM-1 role will span strategic, tactical, and transformational safety and health management activities. As the SPM-1, you will be responsible for overseeing regulatory compliance, training and implementation of Covanta's safety policies, accident investigation and documentation, OSHA VPP efforts, and management of the other safety program initiatives (and Transfer Station's DOT Driver's Program, where it applies). In addition to managing the facility's safety program, the SPM-1 will oversee the employee training program, and assist with the daily execution of the facility safety and health activities (Transfer Station, Public Unloading Facility and Upper Lot Recycle operation, when it applies).

The SPM-1 will also be called upon to contribute to the broader facility management team and provide leadership to process improvement and best practice deployment, demonstrating the right values and behaviors with high emotional intelligence in working with a disbursed stakeholder base, often on critical schedule projects. You may be asked to help mentor or assist other SPM-1s at other locations or to help develop and implement corporate initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and enforcement of health and safety policies and procedures

• Promote a strong safety culture and demonstrate personal commitment to health and safety excellence

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company safety requirements

• Manage safety training programs, including bulletins, alerts, and procedures

• Monitor contractor safety performance and ensure proper training and compliance

• Conduct field safety reviews, provide coaching, and recognize safe behavior

• Investigate incidents and near misses, oversee root cause analyses, and track corrective actions

• Maintain safety records and manage all safety reporting

• Oversee DOT program for site and over-the-road drivers (if applicable)

• Coordinate fire system inspections and ensure functionality

• Serve as the primary contact for the plant's health clinic, scheduling exams and evaluations

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives such as Lean and Six Sigma

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety or a related science field preferred

• 3-5 years of health and safety experience in an industrial environment/ power plant environment

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926 or related state regulations

• Experience in operations and maintenance within an industrial setting

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)

• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to lead, influence, and coach others constructively

• Capable of working extended hours, weekends, and during outages when required

• Physically able to climb, lift (up to 25 lbs), and wear full PPE including respiratory protection

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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