Sr Manager Safety

POSITION SUMMARY: 

• Coaches and develops a team of professionals to assist in their development and attainment of necessary skills to lift performance. Monitors staff performance and drives performance improvement initiatives and ensures that service levels meet or exceed agreed upon standards.

• Responsible for the development and implementation of Company safety policies, standards, and procedures in partnership with Safety leadership. Oversees company participation in OSHA programs including Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star and Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). 

• Develops on-going positive relationships with Corporate, Area, and Business Units to foster a durable culture and commitment to safety and compliance.

• Develops and delivers effective communication strategies related to health and safety programs.

• Drives knowledge sharing and continuous improvement with company-wide sharing of lessons learned through incidents, corrective actions and best practices.

• Monitors adherence to safety policies and identify areas where additional training and support is needed. Relays findings to senior leadership as appropriate.

• Represents the Republic Services at industry events and safety forums. Presents to key clients and potential stakeholders to communicate the company’s safety performance programs effectively and professionally.

• Prepares and presents statistical data and/or background material for management reports on a regular basis. 

• Monitors and supports department and field safety budget.

• Partners with Legal team regarding OSHA regulations and accident investigation. And supports Risk Management on workers compensation claims assessment and implementation of safety programs to proactively address injury and loss prevention. 

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience in all aspects of safety, including OSHA, DOT compliance, safety policy and procedure development, and loss control.

• Experience with Fleet and/or remote workforce management

• Certificates in safety and related compliance, such as OSHA 40 Hour is preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 7 - 10 years of experience in all aspects of safety, including OSHA, DOT compliance, safety policy and procedure development, and loss control.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts. 
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

 

 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer sta