Role of a Saftey Manager

Under the direction of the Regional Safety Manager, ensures compliance with safety programs for more than one operating company. This role includes managing a team, providing leadership, guidance, and performance oversight to support.

Essential Responsibilities

• Inspects all working areas and equipment regularly to identify opportunities for improving the safety of employees and the public.
• Plans, develops, and conducts safety training and award/recognition programs for employees, with particular attention to those in positions of higher risk.
• Maintains and analyzes records of safety activities, accidents, and incidents.
• Investigates accidents and incidents and reports findings to supervisor and to Third Party (claims) Administrator (TPA). Reports to police and other agencies as directed by supervisor and Company policy. Represents Company in hearings, dispositions, and trial as directed.
• Recommends and presses for safety improvements in equipment and working conditions and practices.
• Represents the Company with governmental agencies and other organizations in cooperation with public and employee safety.
• Supervises a team, providing leadership, training, and performance management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in occupational safety program management.
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred.
• Related experience in the management of an occupational safety program.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Principles of employee training, supervision, and evaluation.
• Supervisory techniques, resource allocation, planning and budgeting.
• Ability to work as a team, build collaborative relationships and influence others.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems/situations, maintain strong attention to detail, and remain attentive to safety conditions in a fast-paced work environment.

Recology Offers

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

Recology Benefits May Include

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.