Risk & Safety Manager

About us

SFM Services is the go-to service company and “one stop source” for all Janitorial, Landscape and Security Guard Service needs. We are the company business owners, property owners, property managers, and municipal governments turn to secure, clean and make their properties look beautiful on the inside and out. We take pride in our thorough reliability, and outstanding customer service. Additionally, we offer on-the-job training, opportunities for career advancement, and referral bonuses!

Position Description

The responsibility of the Risk and Safety Manager is to ensure everyone in the company complies with health and safety laws. You will also be responsible for maintaining policies and programs that will create and embody a culture that drives a safe workplace. The goal is to ensure the workplace meets all legal expectations and actively supports occupational health and safety. This role reports to the Director of Human Resources.

Schedule

The work shift will typically consist of day shifts from Monday to Friday, and as needed. Flexibility is a requisite component of management responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace that are compliant with all regulatory bodies and standards (including OSHA, EPA, NSC, etc.)
• Occasionally visit job sites to conduct safety audits on personnel, equipment, and materials – including Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Maintain annual labor law postings as mandated by compliance agencies.
• Review all incidents (including near misses) and accidents to document the follow up of safety.
• Update and maintain the employee incident reporting packet alongside with the HR Manager.
• Survey employees, post-accident, to ensure proper recommendations are submitted and added to the safety plan of action.
• Attend quarterly claims review and internal information to show improvements since claim.
• Prepare internal reports on a monthly basis reflecting our safety and risk metrics.
• Continue communication with employees who are actively not working due to a workplace injury to minimize risk and demonstrate company values.
• Evaluate and recommend solutions for opportunities gathered from the data directly related to safety in the employee survey.
• Organize, maintain, and follow-up on the 52-week safety topic plan.
• Add training information as it relates to safety in the appropriate tool (such as the HRIS, etc) and update best practices to reflect the location and update.
• Recommend and maintain policies to establish a culture of health and safety.
• Prepare training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention.
• Work with the QC/ Safety inspectors to review, revise, and maintain the safety inspections to observe and report possible unsafe conditions.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures.
• Report on health and safety awareness, issues, and statistics.
• Working with Safety Director to formalize the safety plan including all OSHA requirements, best practices, and allocated budget.
• Create and maintain employee wellness plans including working with the HR Manager during benefit strategy meetings and coordinating wellness fairs.
• Conduct Safety trainings.
• Establish key drivers of safety by using risk analysis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Must be Bilingual (English & Spanish)
• Proven experience in Human Resources or Safety.
• BSc/BA in safety/ HR management or relevant field.
• Ability in producing reports and developing relevant policies.
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability.
• Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills in dealing with other departments and personnel.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain the 30-hour OSHA Certification.
• Must possess a Florida valid Driver’s License, with a clean driving record, and the ability to travel to different accounts around South Florida.
• Ability to speak publicly and present training in an engaging fashion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Must pass a pre-employment screening including background check and drug test.

Preferred Skills:

• Deep understanding of legal health and safety guidelines.
• Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 45 lbs.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to drive a vehicle.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

In addition to competitive salary, SFM offers the following benefits:

• Eligibility for Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Company-paid Life Insurance.
• Eligible for 401K.
• Paid time off (PTO).

SFM Services is a drug-free workplace and equal opportunity employer