Health & Safety Manager

Verdantas•Akron, TN

1d•$120,000

About The Position

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs and policies to ensure a safe working environment.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations and standards.
Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of facilities and operations to identify and mitigate risks.
Provide safety training and education for new hires and existing employees, ensuring they understand and adhere to safety protocols.
Manage work-related incidents and injuries to minimize escalation of recordable status.
Lead investigations into safety incidents and near-misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
Maintain accurate records of safety incidents, inspections, and training activities.
Prepare and submit safety reports.
Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures.
Provide Safety Leadership by creating enthusiasm and participation among Verdantas employees, resulting in excellent safety performance
Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential safety issues and recommend solutions.
Radiation Safety Officer – responsible for maintaining the company’s licenses with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Ohio Department of Health for the use of nuclear densitometer gauges. This includes annual safety training and ongoing coordination of transport, storage, maintenance, and leak tests of gauges, dosimetry for users, and compliance with applicable regulations.
Work collaboratively with Health & Safety Manager throughout the company to advance Area and companywide H&S performance and culture
Support project managers in preparation and review of certain project health and safety plans, depending on project hazards and complexity.
Obtain Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certification and serve as the primary point of contact for MSHA compliance and reporting