Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Manager for multiple OCONUS locations contingent upon award.

The Environmental Safety and Health Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of environmental safety and health initiatives for the duration of the program.

This role ensures compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards while promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

The manager will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety and health policies, procedures, and training programs.

**Essential Responsibilities**

+ Develop, implement, and maintain effective environmental safety and health programs that comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
+ Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety and health standards.
+ Lead investigations of accidents, incidents, and near misses, and develop corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
+ Provide expert guidance and support to management and employees on safety and health issues.
+ Develop and deliver safety training programs to enhance employee awareness and competency.
+ Collaborate with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and promote best practices.
+ Monitor and analyze safety and health performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
+ Prepare and manage budgets related to safety and health programs.

**Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required**

+ **Experience** : Minimum of five (5) years of experience in occupational safety and health, fire protection engineering, or environmental compliance and restoration management.
+ **Expert Knowledge** : In-depth understanding of concepts, principles, practices, and procedures in occupational safety and health, fire protection engineering, environmental compliance, and restoration management, including applicable laws and regulations.
+ **Education** : Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Fire Protection Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Health Physics, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
+ **Credentials** : Possess a credential in the area of expertise, such as a Professional Engineer license, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist, qualified environmental professional, or an approved equivalent.
+ **Security Clearance** : Must possess a SECRET security clearance at the start of the contract and obtain the appropriate clearance (up to TS) within eight (8) months of contract award.

**Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands**

+ **Work Environment** : This role typically operates in both office and field settings, which may include exposure to various physical and environmental conditions.
+ **Physical Demands** : The position may require the ability to lift and carry moderate weights, navigate uneven terrains, and wear personal protective equipment as needed.
+ **Mental Demands** : The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and the capacity to make informed decisions in high-pressure situations.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.

**Other Responsibilities:**
**Safety** - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment.

As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
**Quality** - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction.

It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations.

Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts.

Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
**Procedure Compliance** - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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