Supervisor, Environmental Health & Safety (Recovery)

The role of the Environmental Health & Safety supervisor is to lead the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) specialist/technician team in all work efforts related to implementation of the Environmental Health & Safety program, as assigned by the EHS Manager. As part of this leadership role, it is expected that the EHS supervisor performs the same work tasks assigned to EHS specialists/technicians.

As the EHS Supervisor, you must take on the leadership and supervisory responsibilities to ensure the overall compliance, success, and well-being of the EHS technicians and EHS program. The EHS supervisor leads by example and sets the bar for all safety, waste, and environmental-related tasks.

• →Manage the day-to-day and long-term activities/priorities of the EHS specialist/technician team
• →Ensure a collaborative relationship with the EHS specialist/technician and engineering teams
• →Coordinate employee schedules, work assignments, timekeeping requirements, and hiring
• →Provide instructional guidance with regards to job assignments, correct procedures, and applicable techniques to perform specific skills; ensure accuracy and completion
• →Coordinate with site leadership to ensure appropriate EHS involvement in department development/modification plans and procedure development
• →Ensure specialists/technicians are completing all required tasks thoroughly and on time
• →Document all performance and compliance issues with specialists/technicians
• →Implement and maintain site-specific safety policies
• →Ensure that resources are allocated appropriately to safety-related items
• →Ensure specialists/technicians are completing required safety inspections via daily communication and oversight
• →Ensure hazards are being appropriately addressed and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) assessments are created
• →Perform tasks and ensure compliance related to Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and regulations around hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal requirements
• →Ensure that environmental tasks, such as Storm Water and Spill Prevention Countermeasures and Control Plans, are allocated and completed as directed by the EHS Manager

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health, and safety disciplines
• 2+ years of experience in supervisory/leadership roles

• Experience implementing/developing health and safety plans and policies
• Experience using Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with emergency response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water
• Demonstrated success with hands-on work and attention to detail in either academic or career pursuits
• Ability to multi-task, to manage shifting priorities, and to follow through on projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a construction/industrial environment
• Ability to communicate well with technicians and engineers
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• State or Nationally Certified Paramedic

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift at least 30 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Long Beach

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

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