What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Safety Manager position at Meridian Waste?
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Description
We are Meridian Waste - What we do is garbage and we love it! Meridian Waste is a company defined by our commitment to servicing our customers and employees with unwavering respect, fairness and care. We offer a fully comprehensive benefits and annual salary - DOE
We are looking for that special Safety Minded individual that is passionate about creating a Behavior based safety culture. This position will be responsible for our locations (Transfer Stations, Landfills and hauling locations) in Alabama, Mississippi and additional locations as they come on line in Tennessee.
This Regional Safety Manager will have 1 direct report. This individual is expected to travel much of the week to the different sites throughout the region.
Please review the information below to see if this would be a good fit for you and apply today!
Implements and coordinates business unit safety programs required for compliance with DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements and company safety policies.
Principal Responsibilities
- Develops district-specific plans with general manager.
- Administers rules and conducts site assessments to monitor safety compliance.
- Trains and mentors field operational management within assigned business unit regarding the safety process.
- Provides oversight for all operational safety training within business units.
- Analyzes risk trends and manages risk associated with safety compliance.
- Serves as local liaison between the insurance company and affected party.
- Identifies, counsels and coaches employees who routinely work in environments with high risk to safety.
- Consults and provides input toward annual safety budget.
- Participates in corporate safety committees.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, or high school diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
- Three years of relevant work experience
- Strong knowledge in safety rules and regulations including DOT and OSHA, strong communication and leadership skills, and public speaking experience preferred.
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Short-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- 401(k) plan.
