Safety Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION: A Safety Manager at SET Environmental is responsible for: Develop and implement effective processes and programs intended to reduce safety risk to SET employees and other stakeholders Develop, review and update safety and health programs and procedures for SET and SET clients Assist in measuring safety performance of employees and communicating performance to management Help establish, update, and conduct safety program orientation and training for new and current employees Oversee and participates in the safety inspection / audit program Identify and analyze recognized workplace hazards and implement corrective actions to minimize occurrence and severity of incidents and injuries Perform accident, incident and injury investigations Conduct and assist with regularly scheduled safety meetings at Chicago area managed locations Assist with development, review and revision of SET safety incentive and employee recognition programs Continually pursue increased knowledge, skills and professional development Monitor OSHA, DOT and EPA requirements on an ongoing basis to ensure SET compliance with applicable regulations Will perform other miscellaneous duties as necessaryPOSITION REQUIREMENTSBachelor's Degree with minimum of five (5) years related experience in hazardous materials or safety field Knowledge of and ability to use effective management principles including leadership, planning, and proven ability to successfully implement policy, programs or directives Excellent oral and written communication skills High degree of enthusiasm and self-motivation Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail Certification in Safety and Hazardous Materials field, such as: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) and Certified Environmental Trainer (CET)Good working knowledge of OSHA, DOT and RCRA regulations Ability to develop and maintain a positive attitude towards safety within all levels of the organization