Covanta

Safety Coordinator

Covanta$95K — $126K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma required; Bachelor's in safety, health, or science preferred.
  • Practical knowledge of OSHA 1910 and other local safety regulations.
  • Minimum three years of safety experience in a heavy industrial setting, ideally in a power plant or waste energy facility.
  • Available to work evenings and weekends as needed to support operations.
  • Proficient with Microsoft applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

  • Lead management of facility safety and health programs and enforce safety policies.
  • Conduct safety audits and observations, following up on unresolved issues.
  • Educate employees on safety standards and safe machine operations including certification for mobile equipment.
  • Provide safety training for new hires and conduct contractor briefings.
  • Oversee contractor safety performance and ensure compliance with training and equipment standards.
  • Prepare and deliver monthly safety training sessions across various departments.
  • Coordinate annual medical examinations, fit testing, and emergency drills.

Benefits

  • Health care benefits begin on the first day of employment.
  • Performance-based annual incentive plan.
  • Wellness program incentives and rewards available.
  • 401k plan with a match of up to 7%.
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • Paid parental leave offered.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Employee referral bonus available.
Full Job Description
About the role

Reporting to the Manager, Health and Safety, the Safety Coordinator will perform a varying range of responsibilities to minimize the risk of job-related accidents. The role supports a diverse assortment of safety projects, ensure best practices are implemented, affirm safety compliance requirements are met, and maintain the creation of a healthy and safe workplace.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Provide an active leadership role in management of the facility's safety and health programs and motivate, educate, and enforce Reworld's safety and health policies.
  • Conduct safety observations, audits, and reports, and follow up on outstanding matters.
  • Educate employees on safety standards and expectations, including safe machine and equipment operations, and the administration of on-site certification for various mobile equipment.
  • Perform safety training for new hires, conduct contractor safety briefings, maintain, and coordinate external vendor training for the facility's Quick Response and Confined Space teams.
  • Manage contractor safety and health performance with facility management; ensure contractors are properly trained, use appropriate tools and equipment, and protect all employees from injury.
  • Prepare and deliver monthly safety-related training to multiple departments.
  • Coordinate and schedule annual medical surveillance exams, annual respirator fit testing, noise, lead and industrial hygiene sampling, and annual emergency evacuation drills.
  • Investigate on-site accidents and identify possible causes of the incident.
  • Assist with preparing OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program's annual report, uphold the standards required for recertification.
  • Maintain documentation of the Company's safety procedures, accidents, tailgate meetings, and other related administrative requirements and events.
  • Provide recommendations for improving safety in the workplace.
  • Demonstrate a personal commitment to safety and health excellence.
  • Articulate communicator with excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Organized, team player who is an effective influencer.
  • Proficient with Microsoft applications that include Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with implementing occupational safety and health training programs.


Position Requirements & Qualifications:
  • High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree in a safety and health or science-related discipline preferred.
  • Practical knowledge of OSHA 1910 and related local safety and health regulations.
  • At least three years' safety experience in the operations and maintenance of a heavy industrial environment, preferably in a power plant or energy-from waste facilities.
  • Willing to work evenings and weekends on a non-routine basis, when required, to support facility operations.


Physical Demands:
  • Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb ladders.
  • Ability to lift/carry 50lbs.
  • Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces.
  • Qualify to wear a full-face respirator.
  • Consistently work in various weather conditions


Shift:
  • Monday through Friday days, some evenings, and weekends.


What Reworld Offers You:
  • Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment.
  • Performance based Annual Incentive Plan
  • Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
  • 401k - match up to 7%
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Bonus


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In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.

For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $95,200.00 - $126,700.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080.

About Covanta

Covanta is a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. The company's mission is to provide sustainable waste and energy solutions to ensure a cleaner, safer, and healthier future for communities worldwide. Covanta operates over 40 facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees. The company's waste-to-energy facilities convert non-recyclable waste into clean, renewable energy, while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing safe and reliable waste disposal services. Covanta also provides comprehensive industrial material management services, including waste management, recycling, and environmental consulting services.
Learn more about Covanta
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$28 million
Founded
1991
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
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