Safety/Occupational Health Manager – Naval Test Wing Atlantic (NTWL) – Patuxent River, MD

Description

Provides professional knowledge and expertise in the operation and support of environmental health and safety programs in compliance with regulatory agency guidelines and institutional policies. Responsibilities will include the coordination and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy working environment in the areas of radiation safety, biological and chemical safety, environmental protection, or physical safety, in support of departmental and institutional safety programs.

Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Responsible for implementation and administration of the Environmental Health and Safety Program by all company federal, state, and air station directives, regulations, and laws.

Reports directly to the Site Manager on all matters.

Develop and monitor safety, and hazardous waste management programs to comply with federal, state, and military. Develop programs to comply with the above requirements in the absence of pre-existing programs

Act as liaison with representatives of Base Safety, Fire Department, OSHA, and other government organizations.

Represent the company during inspections and audits, including corporate EH&S audits, AMMT inspections, ordnance inspections, Navy Crane Center inspections, etc. Recommends appropriate corrective action for any discrepancies identified.

Monitor safety trends and construction projects on company-occupied facilities to recognize problem or hazard areas. Recommend corrective action to management.

Formulate recommendations and justifications to management to validate the need for additional/ replacement tools, equipment, supplies, facility modifications, procedures, and training requirements to ensure a quality product and a safe work environment.

Works with subject matter experts to develop new or modify old safety equipment as needed to support our employees.

Conduct work site surveys and daily facility inspections to ensure facility and procedural compliance with applicable regulations.

Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of all required records and reports applicable to safety and hazardous waste programs.

Coordinate the use and care of personal protective equipment, etc. Ensure adequate quantities of PPE are available.

Monitor investigations of all incidents/accidents and recommend corrective actions.

Investigate safety-related concerns and complaints reported by employees.

Determine medical surveillance requirements for workers exposed to specific hazards by OSHA and Government/ Company requirements. Coordinate and track physical exams, hearing evaluations, audiometric testing, and reporting requirements under the Hearing Conservation Program.

Act as company representative at customer safety meetings.

Coordinate the local Company Safety Committee and publish the meeting minutes and company-wide daily e-mail safety briefing.

Assist in the development of the Chemical Waste Program, develop local Maintenance Instructions, and draft routine and continuing correspondence to all work centers detailing waste management procedures and requirements.

Interface with base Public Works engineers and Government Contracts Monitoring Team to resolve problems with waste management procedures.

Maintain working knowledge of complex and technical regulations, including customer’s Hazardous Waste Management Plan, OSHA, Hazardous Material Transportation Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, and other applicable base, state and federal regulations.

Designated as On-Site Accumulation Point Coordinator, with specific responsibilities:

Provision, access, and maintenance of waste storage and chemical storage areas.

Routine inspection of all waste storage areas to ensure compliance with storage requirements.

Prepare and submit disposal turn-in documents.

Ensure proper marking, labeling, and sealing of chemical waste containers.

Determine the type and quantities of safety and emergency equipment required, and submit purchase orders as required,

Prepare and manage a Spill Contingency Plan, including the control of waste in emergencies, i.e. fire, hurricane, etc.

Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of all required records including a Chemical Waste Log, Inspection Reports, Chemical Inventories, and Safety Data Sheets.

Assist in the development of the Chemical Waste Program and local Maintenance Instructions. Draft routine and continuing correspondence to all work centers detailing waste management procedures and requirements.

Accompany Government personnel (base officials, EPA Inspectors, etc.) when at contractor facilities.

Monitor workers assigned to assist in waste preparation and disposal.

Ensure training of personnel involved in waste disposal and handling.

Assist in reviewing and developing maintenance instructions, quality procedures, etc.

Maintain company safety bulletin boards.

Periodically monitor the aircraft move crew when operating inside the hangar.

Be thoroughly familiar with all requirements contained in government Instructions, manuals, and procedures that relate to the assignment of aircraft for scheduled missions.

Maintain cleanliness of the work center and around your assigned work area.

Must comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities, and job assignment.

Document work accomplished on government and company electronic and/or manual Information Systems

Assist in ensuring the safety, security, inventory, and preservation of Government-owned and company-owned equipment.

Ensure compliance with established Maintenance/Work Instructions and Company policies/procedures.

Provide data for Government CDRLs (reports) as required by Contract.

Must have an extensive working knowledge of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series, OPNAV 3750 series, applicable ISO, Federal Aviation Regulations, and Navy Instructions.

Must be able to utilize card files and common office equipment.

Responsible for adherence to and enforcement of the Tool Control Program.

Responsible for adherence to and enforcement of the FOD Prevention Program.

Adhere to and enforce all Company and Government regulations to ensure personnel safety and the security and preservation of Government and Company-owned equipment.

Ensure compliance with required Quality Control policies and inspections.

Perform all other position-related duties as well as other projects and initiatives as assigned.

Maintains the highest ethical, personal, and professional standards

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline.

Experience: At least six (6) years of experience, including knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations, safety principles, practices, procedures, and occupational health policies, programs, and practices.

V2X is redefining the mid-level aerospace market with our agility, rapid deployment capability, and customized quality. Our international presence and a vast range of services distinguished us from competitors. We offer our customers a variety of global aerospace support, including Systems Integration, Fabrication, contractor-operated and Maintained Base Supply, Engineering, Maintenance, Modification, Repair, and Overhaul, Training Support, and all levels of Maintenance. For over forty years, we have delivered high-quality aftermarket aerospace services that are affordable and customer-focused.

Salary Range $72,400.00 to $137,600.00 USD

Benefits include the following:

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits

Wellness programs

Paid time off, including holidays

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)