Safety Program Manager

Corporate Safety Program Manager 

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About Asplundh

Established in 1928, Asplundh is a family-owned and operated company headquartered near Philadelphia, PA. For nearly a century, we have served the utility and infrastructure industries, helping communities build, recover and thrive in a changing world.  

We have evolved to drive productivity and efficiency, improve safety and transform how our customers approach vegetation management and more. We continue to innovate so that we can make a positive impact and improve lives for the people, businesses and communities we serve.

Role Overview

Responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of identified Health and Safety (H&S) programs including the complex analysis of data resulting from these programs.  Manage existing H&S management programs as well as analyze data to reduce risk in the work environment.  This person will spend much of their time auditing several regions throughout a large geographic territory and then follow up by assisting in the development of action plans to control health risks and hazards to employees.

How you will make an impact  

• Serves as a technical expert and provides technical support to internal and external stakeholders regarding compliance with H&S regulations. 
• Supports programs to enhance the public image of corporate H&S performance through education activities and other actions that encourage responsible behavior.
• Performs trending analysis to improve H&S performance by gathering data, developing reports, identifying gaps, evaluating risk and implementing process improvements and/or corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Evaluates, designs and conducts training and materials in support of H&S initiatives.
• Coaches and mentors all levels of personnel on critical skills, Human Performance, and techniques that build and sustain a zero injury/illness culture.
• Provides governance and quality oversight of H&S programs.
• Recommend changes in procedures, processes, design or equipment.
• Keeps abreast of federal, state and local H&S regulations; reviews technical literature.
• Conducts comprehensive audits of company sites for compliance to H&S programs.

What you will bring  

• 10+ year(s) utility construction safety experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, or another technical field equivalent required. 
• Successful completion of a board safety certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) strongly preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Work Environment & Preferences

• Work Model: Remote
• Travel Requirements: Up to 75% travel required

• Physical Requirements:

• Rarely: Kneeling, Squatting, Crawling, Climbing, Color Vision, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Climbing Ladders, Balancing, Lifting up to 10lbs, Lifting 10lbs to 50lbs, Lifting over 50lbs.
• Occasionally: Standing, Walking, Stooping, Body Twisting, Seeing Distant, Climbing On/Off Truck, Gripping, Reaching, Range of Motion, Depth Perception, Climbing Stairs.

Why Work Here? 

The work we perform at Asplundh is the collective effort of unique individuals. They are people with grit and heart who show up with a diversity of skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. It’s a place where individual and cultural differences are respected and valued. It’s a place where we are stronger together. Where collaboration and teamwork thrive. Where our authentic selves can flourish. The common thread for field workers and office professionals alike is that we truly care about the environment, each other, and the communities we serve.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and wellness benefits, fringe benefits, and paid time available to employees on their first day of employment.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.