Description:
Summary
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for leading and managing EHS programs for the client Field Service Teams. This role provides strategic direction, ensures compliance with regulatory and corporate standards, and drives initiatives that reduce risk and promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. The EHS Manager partners with cross functional teams to implement best practices, deliver continuous improvement, and align operations with organizational goals.
The Essential Roles and Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
Develop and execute EHS strategies that align with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements.
Foster a proactive safety culture through leadership engagement, employee training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Implement proactive incident prevention initiatives and lead corrective actions to reduce future risk.
Manage EHS-related projects from planning through execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational priorities.
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure adherence to all applicable EHS laws, regulations, and client policies across Depot and Field operations.
Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and audits; implement timely corrective actions to mitigate hazards.
Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies (EPA, OSHA) for inspections, permitting, and reporting.
Program Development & Implementation
Lead the creation and maintenance of EHS standards, procedures, and content within the Quality Management System.
Oversee emergency preparedness and response programs, including hurricane planning and execution.
Administer Fire Captain and First Responder programs and ensure compliance with hazardous materials shipping regulations.
Employee Engagement & Training
Organize and manage employee safety programs (PPE distribution, blood drives, recognition events).
Partner with client Field Service Managers to reduce mobile workforce incidents and improve safety awareness.
Incident Management & Reporting
Lead workplace injury investigations and collaborate with leadership on corrective actions.
Manage Workers’ Compensation cases, including restricted duty and return-to-work programs.
Collect and maintain accurate EHS data in the corporate database.
General Compliance
Comply with all environmental, health, and safety requirements, including department-specific standards.
Required Qualifications
Proven track record of interpersonal skills with ability to interface well with others and integrate into other team environments.
Experience prioritizing and managing multiple and technically complex assignments concurrently.
Organized, analytical, detail-oriented, problem-solver, project management skills and focus on results.
Experience in influencing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and diverse environment.
Proven ability to deliver individual and team results.
Ability to analyze and interpret scientific, statistical data and information to determine potential root cause and paths for process improvement.
Strong professional writing skills and ability to prepare technical reports.
Ability to clearly articulate information during regulatory inspections.
Ability to understand applicable regulatory guidelines.
Strong assessment and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to respond to detailed inquiries and present information to groups and leaders.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to use enterprise software.
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Possess a working knowledge of related disciplines/other functions including technical services and operations processes.
Subject matter expert in applicable EHS&S regulations
Experience and Education
B.S. Degree in Environmental, Safety, Engineering or related field required.
Minimum of 5 years of EHS experience working in manufacturing, servicing of medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or biotechnology.
Must be conversant in applicable EHS regulations.
Professional certifications preferred
Notes:
Possible Temp to Hire
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status