EHS Coordinator - Precast - Waco, TX

Geoquest USA, Inc. (formerly The Reinforced Earth Company) is recognized as the inventor and market leader of the MSE (Mechanically Stabilized Earth) retaining wall industry. The company provides the design and supply of materials of proprietary retaining wall systems and earth related technologies to contractors and owners for use in civil engineering. Our company works as a sub-contractor/material supplier on DOT and privately owned projects. We perform all duties associated with our jobs from sales, marketing, civil engineering/design, supply, and construction support.

Job Title:                              EHS Coordinator             

Department:                       EHS Department            

Reports to:                          EHS Zone Manager or EHS Supervisor (functional reporting) and Plant Manager (day to day)

Job Description:

The EHS Coordinator is responsible for implementing, and overseeing the company's environmental, health & safety program within the facilities. The EHS Coordinator will ensure that plant is compliant with all OSHA / EPA guidelines, industry standards and all Geoquest USA EHS programs and policies, to reduce, manage and prevent work-related accident, injuries and incidents.

Responsibilities include:

• Support the EHS Zone Manager and/or EHS Supervisor with coordinating local EHS issues, reporting, recordkeeping and other documentation.
• Provide knowledge and understanding of applicable EHS legislation (OSHA & EPA), and company requirements for the Plant.
• Work closely with operational management to develop a robust EH&S culture in the Plant.
• Develop local EHS programs and clear schedule of EHS deliverables for the Plant.
• Lead the EHS training program for the plant and arrange and coordinate any external training as required.
• Assist in the implementation of corporate EHS policies and procedures to meet Plant and corporate requirements.
• Assist in the development and periodic revision of emergency plans for the Plant.
• Implement Group and corporate EHS campaigns / initiatives within the Plant.
• Conduct regular documented site inspections, produce reports based on the findings and work with operations to identify corrective actions.
• Attend and support the operations team during the pre-start meetings and deliver toolbox talks to employees
• Assist employees and management in the hazard identification, evaluation and mediation of risk.
• Assist employees and management in the identification of environmental aspects, evaluation and mediation of possible impacts.
• Assist with the development of facility specific Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for all operations.
• Participate/Perform local accident investigation and causal analysis of all high potential events and compile all required documentation.
• Assist the Plant Manager in the preparation and delivery of event debriefs to corporate / group management.
• Assist with injury and incident case management, in conjunction with HR / EHS.

Education/Skills/Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years health and safety experience in construction, manufacturing or general industry environment, monitoring teams, safety programs, processes and procedures.

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent
• Hold a formal EHS qualification; minimum of OSHA 30 (construction or general industry)
• Hold a OSHA 510/511 qualification preferred
• Working towards an EHS certification; SSH, CSHO etc.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred although not essential

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• EHS responsibilities will be carried out in both a traditional office environment under traditional office conditions and in both indoor and outdoor manufacturing facilities.
• Must be able to coordinate or lead employees among different levels of the organization.
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, walking, and driving.
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels in facilities being managed or coordinated.
• Able to wear personal protective clothing for prolonged periods; Safety helmet with chinstrap, safety shoes, eye protection, hand protection and hearing protection (as required).

Geoquest USA, Inc. (formerly The Reinforced Earth Company) offers commensurate salaries and a strong Benefit Package including:

• 6 days paid Vacation to start
• 11 paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Medical, Dental (with Orthodontia Option), and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending
• Wellness Program with Incentives
• Free Parking

For more information about our Company, please visit us online at www.reinforcedearth.com

Geoquest USA, Inc. (formerly The Reinforced Earth Company) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.