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Overview

Title:

Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety

Overview:

Lead, develop, and manage environmental, health, and safety initiatives to enhance safety management performance for ABM’s Strategic Accounts Safety team in the Austin market. Oversee and sustain EH&S programs and solutions that align with organizational and operational objectives.

Job Description:

• Foster a Safe Work Environment: Lead initiatives to ensure a consistently safe and healthy work environment for all team members across multiple sites within the region.

• Client Collaboration: Partner closely with client Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) teams to understand expectations, ensure alignment, and deliver best-in-class safety solutions.

• Safety Program Development: Design, implement, and continuously evaluate advanced safety programs and initiatives that proactively prevent incidents, support regulatory compliance, and reinforce company policies.

• Risk Identification and Mitigation: Perform comprehensive on-site risk assessments to identify hazards affecting team members, the public, and the environment. Develop and implement effective control measures and mitigation strategies.

• Assessments and Inspections: Lead regular safety assessments and inspections to assess risk, verify compliance, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

• Incident Investigation: Partner with Operations to conduct thorough accident and incident investigations, determine root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurrence.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including OSHA 300 logs, training records, inspection reports, and corrective action plans.

• Training and Development: Support safety training programs for all levels of staff, including new hire orientation, refresher courses, and specialized training on emerging risks and compliance topics.

• Culture and Leadership: Champion a positive safety culture by integrating safety into daily operations, promoting team member engagement, and supporting continuous learning and accountability at all organizational levels.

• Metrics and Reporting: Monitor, analyze, and report on key safety performance indicators (KPIs), trends, and benchmarks. Provide actionable insights to leadership to drive decision-making and performance improvement.

• Emergency Preparedness: Support the creation and implementation of emergency response plans, drills, and readiness programs to ensure preparedness for incidents such as natural disasters, chemical spills, or workplace violence.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with operations, HR, facilities, and other departments to align safety objectives with business goals and ensure consistency across regions.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay current on emerging EH&S trends, technologies, and regulations. Recommend and implement innovative tools and strategies to enhance safety outcomes.

Requirements:

• Travel up to 75% within the region, primarily driving

Education:

• Prefer BS/BA in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health Technology, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.

• Advanced certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar are preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an EH&S role.

• Demonstrated success in leading injury reduction and risk mitigation initiatives.

• Experience with project management, advanced problem-solving techniques, and strategic planning.

• Thorough understanding of regulatory compliance and proficiency in data-driven decision-making.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.

• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams while fostering collaboration and accountability.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.

Hybrid schedule

REQNUMBER: 131826

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