Full Job Description
Location: USA - New Albany, 1101 Beech Rd
Division: Solutions
Job Posting Title: Safety Manager - 124362
Time Type: Full Time
Position Description Summary:Plans, implements, and coordinates all Safety and Workers Compensation Programs to reduce or eliminate job injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses.
Principal Accountabilities (The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.):
1. Develops accident-prevention and loss-control systems and programs for incorporation into operational policies of the organization.
2. Monitors workers' compensation program to ensure cost containment, compliance with existing law and to provide adequate service to employees. Maintains liaison with legal counsel, physicians, hospitals and clinics and effects contracts for appropriate services.
3. Establishes and maintains a modified work program for employees with restrictions.
4. Schedule and oversee the company's safety committee.
5. Ensure compliance with OSHA's 29 CFR 1910 regulations as well as local and state regulatory compliance and will provide interpretation and guidance of these regulations.
6. Manage and be a member of the Emergency Response Team.
7. Establish organization-wide standards and best practices including developing policies, procedures, and workflows for safety.
8. Plan, organize, direct and control activities to ensure delivery of all Health & Safety plan objectives and targets.
9. Work closely with operations to identify risks and develop / implement a control methodology for these risks.
10. Ensure regulatory reports are completed accurately and reviewed thoroughly and submitted on time.
11. Continuously identifies, assesses, and reduces/eliminates Health & Safety risk.
12. Investigates all accidents and injuries; recommends and/or coordinates corrective actions.
The individual in this position must be capable of performing all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Working Environment:
Assignment Complexity - Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercise judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Act as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. Develop and administer budgets, schedules, and performance requirements.
Accountability - Manage through subordinate supervisors or professionals the coordination of the activities for functional area with responsibility for results in terms of costs, methods, and employees.
Impact of Decisions - Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals results in additional costs and personnel, and serious delays in overall schedules.
Working Relationships - Frequently interact with subordinates, customers, and/or functional peer managers. May interact with senior management. Interactions normally involve matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers.
Scope - Receive assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet objectives. Provide guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Work is reviewed and measured based on meeting objectives and schedules. Establishes and recommends changes to policies which effect subordinate organization(s).
Essential Functions:
Must be able to pass any federal/state/local government, airport, or company-required background checks, clearances, and/or drug and alcohol tests.
Knowledge and Skills (The following minimum requirements are normal guidelines and should not constrain the advancement of otherwise qualified personnel):This is a management position. Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills required. Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field preferred. Generally prefer 2-4 years of experience leading a safety program and/or managerial level experience within operations.
For this position, the expected base pay range is $95,000.00 - $105,000.00 Annual. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.
Information regarding DSV's benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
Safety Manager
New Albany