Lake Compounce - Full-time HSE (Health, Safety and Environmental) Director

The position involves spending approximately 66% of the time within the year supporting the development and implementation of sustainability and environmental strategies, policies, training, and reports across all Palace Entertainment parks and facilities. The remaining 33% is dedicated to leading the development, implementation and maintenance of park Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) management system. This system must align with applicable Parques Reunidos HSE standards and federal, state, and local requirements and ensuring compliance with all applicable legal and Parques Reunidos HSE requirements within the designated park.
Lake Compounce - Full-time HSE (Health, Safety and Environmental) Director

• Manage all aspects of the HSE and any other assigned departments
• Exemplify the Total Safety culture and work ethic established by the leadership team Lead by example, attitude, and as a representation of Lake Compounce’s core values
• Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members
• Manage and control all financial aspects of assigned departments while maximizing revenue and cost savings opportunities; maintain constant vigilance over departmental spending and budgets
• Act as a strategic visionary to implement measures that will favorably impact process, people, and/or profit
• Ensure compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe and productive environment for colleagues and guests.
• Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all HSE positions and backfill these positions when needed
• Participate in all aspects of supervision of assigned employees, including hiring, orientation, training, performance coaching, and discipline.
• Ensure that all required meal and other breaks are being given in accordance with Connecticut law
• Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities

• Develop, implement, and monitor park-level processes and methods needed to attain Parques Reunidos sustainability goals at all Palace Entertainment parks and facilities.
• Collaborate with all park HSE Directors and General Managers and act as subject matter expert, to assist in the development of Parques Reunidos and Palace Entertainment sustainability standards.
• Collaborate with all park HSE Directors and General Managers to determine optimal methods for compliance with environmental and hazardous waste requirements.
• Develop, implement and monitor the park HSE management system at assigned primary and ancillary parks.
• Develop and update park HSE procedures and instructions to prevent injury to workers and guests to prevent environmental or property damage at primary and assigned ancillary parks.
• Incorporate Parques Reunidos HSE standards and local legal HSE requirements into park procedures and training at primary and assigned ancillary parks.
• Support Park leadership team in the deployment and delivery of Parques Reunidos HSE standards and procedures at primary and assigned ancillary parks.
• Provide expertise to park management team on HSE topics, including but not limited to local HSE legislation, risk assessment, and preventive and protective measures, emergency management, incident reporting, PPE, safety coordination of suppliers and contractors, audits and inspections, waste management, identification and evaluation and monitoring of environmental impacts.
• Encourage and promote commitment by the park management, staff, suppliers, and contractors to Parques Reunidos HSE values and requirements.
• Conduct ongoing proactive risk assessments, together with park management team and other relevant stakeholders, to identify and minimize potential risks in all aspects of park operations.
• Act as liaison with the Health, Safety and Environment representatives of contractors and suppliers to ensure alignment and compliance with Parques Reunidos expectations.
• Perform self-audits and inspections at primary and assigned ancillary parks to verify compliance with HSE standards, procedures and applicable local HSE regulations. Carry out the controls and checks needed to ensure that products and services provided by the park(s) meet the applicable HSE standards and regulations. Reports findings and recommendations to park management and/or the Palace Entertainment Regional Director of HSE.
• Perform HSE cross-audits in other parks of the group, acting as lead auditor or support auditor, as per Parques Reunidos HSE Audit Program as assigned.
• Ensure that equipment, including maintenance equipment, amusement devices, attractions, and rides meet applicable industry standards, as defined by local regulations, applicable ASTM, Parques Reunidos, and Palace Entertainment standards at primary and assigned ancillary parks.
• Design, implement, and execute HSE related training programs for employees as needed.
• Develop and implement emergency response procedures, including planning and coordination of drills/exercises and training, as applicable at assigned and assigned ancillary parks.
• Investigate HSE related incidents to determine causes, prepare incident reports, perform trend analysis, and recommend remedial and preventive actions.
• Provide guidance and support to assist HSE team members at assigned ancillary parks to ensure timely and accurate incident investigation, reporting and analysis.
• Monitor and confirm completion of follow-up actions for HSE related findings arising from audits, inspections, incident investigations, and regulatory or Parques Reunidos requirements.
• Prepare periodical HSE performance reports and provide park management with results.
• Identify weaknesses and deficiencies in the park HSE management system and recommend corrective actions to park management.
• Oversee the timely and accurate completion of Parques Reunidos Sustainability Reports for all Palace Entertainment locations.
• All other duties assigned by leadership.

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Bachelor’s Degree of Health & Safety, Emergency Management, Engineering, Sustainability, Industrial Hygiene, or related discipline is highly desired; Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• 3-5 years of previous safety or environmental experience highly desired
• 3 years of previous supervisory experience, preferably in a health and safety setting
• Working knowledge of federal and state safety/environmental regulations and requirements.
• Previous hospitality, amusement park, theme park, or waterpark experience preferred
• EMT Certification in the state of Connecticut preferred but not required
• NREMT (preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Connecticut Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to regularly work hours that extend beyond 9am to 5pm
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, NFPA and Life Safety Codes is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate requirements and guidelines to audiences of varying levels and knowledge bases
• Ability to effectively manage and optimize HSE systems and processes
• Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to handle multiple projects, and set priorities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive park and guest information
• Ability to address multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills, ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point.
• Excellent interviewing, listening, and note-taking skills.
• Ability to professionally and calmly deal with stressful and/or tense situations.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to collaborate with external first responders and emergency personnel.
• Ability to apply knowledge of HSE methods, procedures, and techniques to specific situations.

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to sit or stand for long period of time
• Ability to walk long distances throughout the park
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor setting for long periods of time
• Ability to withstand heat, humidity, direct sun, cold, and other weather elements
• Ability to kneel, stoop, or twist for long periods of time
• Occasional bending, squatting and reaching above shoulders
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate loud noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments

• This role will be based in both an office setting as well as outdoor park areas.
• Exposure to the variable outside and inside temperatures, including high heat, cold, humidity, dust, rain, and other weather conditions
• Exposure to a variety of stressful emergency situations involving people or property
• Frequent interaction with all outdoor and indoor areas of the park
• Some sedentary motion, while sitting and utilizing computer/camera equipment
• Fast-paced environment with constantly shifting priorities and challenges
• Subject to occasional loud noises and flashing lights

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health and wellness package
• 401k Savings and Investment plan
• Free admission to Palace Parks in the continental US
• A generous paid time off program