The Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, communicating, and enforcing safety policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and GCFD policies. The manager will continue to develop a strong safety culture across the organization by identifying and monitoring training needs in the organization. The manager will design, plan and implement training programs, policies and procedures to fulfill those needs.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- Lead and guide all health and safety initiatives across the facility to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Collaborate with all staff to promote a proactive safety culture and consistent adherence to safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records related to incidents, near misses, safety performance metrics, and environmental data.
- Oversee safety audits, incident investigations, and hazard assessments; evaluate trends and implement corrective actions to reduce risk and prevent recurrence.
- Design, implement, and sustain site-wide safety and environmental programs, including compliance frameworks, risk management processes, and emergency response plans.
- Lead and direct the work and standards for the site's Public Safety Officers.
- Partner with site leaders to support consistent safety and security standards.
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of compliance reports to regulatory agencies.
- Review existing training programs; suggest enhancements and modifications to improve engagement, learning and retention and/or to meet the changing needs of the organization.
- Sets the tone for the location as the expert in EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), DOT (Department of Transportation) policies and procedures.
- Maintain OSHA logs and required safety documentation, including incident reports, corrective actions, and annual postings.
- Manages and approves all certificates involving OSHA, DOT and all Material Handling Equipment for individuals receiving training from GCFD.
- Develop and conduct comprehensive safety training programs, ensuring all employees maintain current certifications and proper documentation.
- Partner with department leaders to support safety meetings and embed safe work practices into daily operations.
- Assess the effectiveness of safety initiatives and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Partner with People & Culture and department leaders on workplace injury follow-up, and workers' compensation documentation as needed.
- Lead or support safety committee meetings, follow up on action items, and promote employee participation in safety initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned