Regional Safety, Health and Environmental Manager

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Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Regional Safety, Health and Environmental Manager 2 (RSM) is responsible for overseeing all aspects of occupational safety management at assigned profit centers, implementation and adherence of safety policies and programs, and communicating safety issues to the Safety Director.

Position Responsibilities:

• Preparing reports and recommending procedures to improve organizational performance

• Overseeing the overall integrity and quality of all Sunbelt Rentals safety protocols at individual branches within their assigned geographical area

• Conducts PC safety compliance inspections and audits in accordance with scheduled program utilizing dedicated audit criteria including employee training, facility regulatory compliance, vehicle fleet / DOT compliance, shop and equipment rental fleet compliance.

• Provides training and guidance to Safety Coordinators in each Branch to ensure a consistent approach is taken regarding policies and procedures.

• Identifies deficiencies found during inspections; provides written evaluation of inspection with corrective action requirements; assists Branch Manager & Service Manager in mandating time period for completion of corrective actions.

• Assists Branch Safety Coordinator as necessary with completion of required training, safety meeting coordination and completion, and maintenance of Safety Training & Documentation Manual.

• Responsible for tracking and trending Regions and Branches in their respected areas to identify which locations are adhering to the Sunbelt Rentals Leading Indicator Program and which areas need attention due an increase in lagging data.

• Responsible for working with Vice President (VP) and Regional Managers to develop an annual strategic SH&E Business Plan addressing prior year performance of the Region as well as annual targets for the Calendar and Fiscal Year.

• Leads monthly Safety Coordinator Call for all Coordinators in the region.

• Develops agenda for and leads the annual Safety Coordinator Boot Camp in the Region

• Train and monitor staff on Sunbelt Rentals Safety Tools.

• Supports PCM and Safety Coordinator in the investigation of all incidents and appropriate near-misses while assisting the Branch in completion of reporting requirements and follows up as necessary to support the claims managers.

• Active participation in PC monthly safety meetings, as well as providing assistance to PCM/Service Manager in conducting Safety Stand Down meetings.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field or equivalent work experience plus a minimum of 5 years working with Safety, Health and Environmental Management Systems and implementation of safety programs

• Preferred Safety Certification - OHST, CHST, SMS, GSP

• Good written and verbal skills when addressing either individuals or groups

• Ability to present information in classroom or conference call settings

• Ability to develop and execute a strategic plan that includes measurable goals based on leading and lagging indicator performance.

• An observable positive attitude

• Ability to track and trend performance of multiple locations based on incident data obtained through internal tracking mechanisms.

• Dependable, motivated, and self-starter

• Ability to multi-task and be highly organized

• Customer-service oriented

• Ability and willingness to travel; overnight travel required

• A general overview of OSHA construction and general industry regulation knowl