Health, Safety & Environmental Manager - SDCA

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REPORTS TO: Sr. Manager of Health Safety and Environmental SUPERVISES: Safety Officers, Fire Watch contractors assigned to San Diego Office. AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists and coordinates functions of a comprehensive on-site Injury & Illness Prevention Program (I2P2) to include incipient fire protection and control, hazardous materials and waste management both on project sites and in local satellite offices. Oversees investigates all local site accidents/injuries; coordinates Sr. Manager HSE and Occupation nurse regarding the processing of Longshore Harbor Workers (LSHW) Compensation claims, log recordability. Ensure compliance with Corporate, State, and Federal regulations and guidelines regarding to occupational safety & health. Oversees at a local level development, recommend and implement general accident preventive programs to include specific protective procedures and devices. Perform safety survey audits side by side with subordinates to identify and evaluate occupational health and safety. Oversees crew and fire watch schedules and carry out periodic safety inspections to identify environmental and occupational hazards. Conducts and coordinates on-site inspections with client to audit physical conditions and safe work practices. Assist in the development of control systems for identified hazards. Provide advice and counsel to CA production management team concerning all corporate, city, state, and federal compliance regulations. Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of the hazard control system, policies, and procedures and recommend changes that reflect improved opportunities to eliminate work place accidents and injuries. Direct or assist in the development and or modification of specialized education and training materials. Assist in the coordination and training for new direct hire and / or contractor employees. Oversees coordination and conduct supervisory and other production safety training programs. Advise management periodically on the status of the safety program and new safety techniques. Compile, analyze, interpret and report accident, loss, and exposure statistical data as they apply to CA operations. Assist in the preparation of comprehensive recommendations for corrective action to eliminate or minimize potential hazards. Review, prepare injury and property damage reports, and evaluate root causality. Conduct and prepare specialized safety programs to communicate hazard control information (LOTO, Lanyard and Harness, CSE, etc.). Supervises and coordinates the activities of any subordinate health, safety, fire watch and environmental staff. Perform other related duties as directed that correspond to the overall function of this position. Act as a Compliance Champion for the organization and work to promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization. Monitoring for changes in, and making recommendations for improvements to comply with laws, rules, regulations, and policies that govern business activities in your department or subject area. Assist in compliance risk assessments and risk reporting in accordance with the Company's risk assessment program. Developing, providing, and documenting compliance training, as applicable. Compliance monitoring, surveillance, and auditing efforts, and assisting in investigations of suspected compliance violations. QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE: Required: Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant discipline paired with a minimum of 10 years of professional safety experience. Equivalency will be considered for candidates demonstrating 12 or more years of directly related safety management experience in the Shipyard environment. Must be familiar with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), must be competent in filing reports, answering complaints and responding to citation notices issued by these organizations: NAVSEA & OSHA. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written (training/presentations/report writing.) Ability to lead and direct teams, workgroups or subordinates Strong PC skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Publisher). Skilled in the standards, concepts, practices, and procedures within the health, safety and environmental fields. Ability to work at all levels within and organization and the ability to work in a diverse work group. Must be able to work with other safety personnel and management staff and to take direction accordingly. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills. Desirable: OSHA Outreach training as it relates to Shipyard Industry - Considered a Plus but not necessary to apply for job. DIRECTION EXERCISED: Full discretionary authority to assign work at a local level. DISCRETION EXERCISED: Full discretionary authority to correct and discipline, recommend pay increase, transfers, promotions, discharges, and process grievances at a local level LIAISES WITH: HS&E corporate management, main yard HSE staff, Operations Department, C