Description

POSITION TITLE: Safety & Security Manager

TEAM: Safety & Security 

REPORTS TO: COO / Executive Vice President

FLSA Classification: Salary, Exempt

OBJECTIVE

As the Safety & Security Manager, you will provide professional knowledge and expertise in the administration and support of all Gable environmental, health, safety and security programs. You are responsible for the overall coordination of all safety and health programs to assure regulatory compliance of applicable institutional agencies and policies. You will design and manage programs to reduce accidents, occupational illnesses and exposure to health hazards through safety training, planned and unplanned inspections, skill set training, first aid care, emergency preparedness, new team member orientation, job hazard analysis, and personal protective equipment. You will help create and preserve an environment where team members, visitors, and properties are safe and secure. 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Ensure we are providing a safe and secure work environment for all team members 
• Developing and executing health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines
• Developing and implementing security policies, protocols, and procedures. 
• Preparing and enforcing policies to establish a culture of health and safety
• Evaluating practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complying with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Maryland Occupations Safety and Health Administration (MOSH) regulations. 
• Conduct accident and incident investigations, determine probable cause, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform self-audits/safety inspection and maintain records of results.
• Visit job sites to conduct safety audits.
• Comply with all EPA regulations both local and federal. 
• Perform safety training per MOSH and OSHA regulations. 
• Maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and disciplined work environment.
• Create a high level of safety and security awareness within Gable.
• Run accident prevention, safety and security programs.
• Train managers and supervisors on proper safety and health procedures.
• Assist management in the annual inspection of workplaces to assure safe and healthy conditions for workers.
• Prepares appropriate notices for management to issue for abatement of any identified hazards.
• Provides promotional materials and develops and administers recognition systems to promote safe, secure and healthful work performance. 
• Supports the Safety Management Information System (SMIS) by recording all accident reports in a timely, complete, and accurate manner.
• Assures that claims for injuries and illnesses posted in SMIS are posted in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration log. 
• Chair monthly safety committee meetings. 

Requirements

OTHER DUTIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position are not limited to those listed in this Job Description. This Job Description is subject to revision and will change over time. At times, this position may also perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Team members covered under this Job Description will be notified of any changes.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk or hear. Ability to perform sedentary work which involves sitting for extended period of the time, but may also involve walking or standing for periods of time. The team member is frequently required to use hands to type, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The team member is occasionally required to stoop, kneel and crouch. Must have the ability to lift items weighing between 10 and 50 lbs. The primary job duties required for this position are performed inside, however job site reviews will also be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. The noise level in the environment is moderate to high. Frequent shop noise will be very loud and protective ear covers may be needed. The required PPE must be worn at all times while in the shop.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

All prospective team members must pass a criminal background check and drug test. Candidates must also meet the requirements for an I-9, e-Verify.