Safety and Compliance Manager - Prairie Path Water Company

Responsible for administering safety programs, as outlined in the Company Safety Manual, and to ensure compliance with all Company, local, state and federal regulations for all employees and facilities located within assignedBusiness Unit (BU).Department

Operations

FLSA Status

Exempt

Supervisor's Title

BU President

Who we are

Our Purpose is to help people enjoy a better life and communities thrive. Corix has been building, operating, and maintaining water, wastewater, electric, gas and sustainable energy utility infrastructure for many years across Canada and the U.S. Our vision is to be the preferred utility delivering co-created solutions our customers want. Throughout our history, we have helped communities to grow and thrive by implementing safe and efficient infrastructure solutions that meet their unique needs. At Corix our values are safety, integrity, excellence, and connection.

The Corix team has an opportunity for a Safety and Compliance Manager based in McHenry, IL. Responsible for administering safety programs, as outlined in the Company Safety Manual, and to ensure compliance with all Company, local, state and federal regulations for all employees and facilities located within assigned
Business Unit (BU).

What you'll do

SAFETY

• Coordinate all BU safety and compliance initiatives with BU President, Director of Operations, Area Managers under the guidance of HSE.
• Ensure every location conducts monthly safety meetings involving all employees; collects and files attendance forms.
• Work with all BU staff to ensure safe working conditions and interact with team members and management to continually reinforce safe work practices, pointing out and collaborating to control hazards and risks and encouraging positive behavior. Promotes good safety culture.
• Ensure all safety plans and programs are implemented, reviewed and updated according to changes in regulations or process/policy/equipment.
• Perform local safety inspections and training.
• Investigate accidents and injuries; recommends ways to avoid reoccurrence.
• Coordinate on-site safety training.
• Oversee and assists managers with annual facility inspections and follow- ups.
• Perform facility safety inspections on newly acquired facilities and/or properties, within the BU.
• Provide inspection reports to President, Director of Operations and HSE.
• Ensure that correct PPE for all job tasks are provided with associated training.
• Ensure that drivers comply with all safety regulations and that monthly vehicle inspection forms are completed by all employees that drive a Company vehicle.
• Actively participate in safety committee meetings.

COMPLIANCE

• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, DEM, DNR, Department of Health and Public Service Commission standards.
• Communicate regularly with employees and management to ensure the assigned BU operates in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.
• Monitor all DMR's, MOR's and water quality tests.
• Track implementation of capital projects to ensure compliance with environmental regulations (e.g. radium, arsenic, etc.).
• Perform follow-up on all non-compliance advisories to address the specific issue and any underlying issues.
• Negotiate and tracks consent orders/compliance schedules to assure timely completion and closure.
• Provide reports to senior management to demonstrate compliance assurance.
• Maintain files on Notice of Violations, inspection reports, etc. for all facilities and Company response.
• Compile annual Consumer Confidence Report and any customer notifications regarding water quality.
• Act as liaison between HSE Manager and the BU to implement standardized practices, policies and procedures.
• Stay abreast of upcoming changes in regulations; works with Operations Support team to evaluate their impact on Company operations and capital planning.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs employee job safety observations as needed.
• Conducts or assists managers with New Employee Safety Orientation for all new hires prior to entering the workplace.
• Assists managers with general and specific security concerns.
• Ensures that all documents regarding the safety program are completed and filed appropriately.

What you bring

Experience

• Requires a minimum of 3 years of regulatory compliance and/or safety experience and an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of relevant codes and standards associated with regulatory agencies such as OSHA, EPA, etc. One or more years of experience in environmental health and safety, or the equivalent in related work experience, demonstrating experience in aggressive worker's compensation claims management is preferred.
  

Education and Certification

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Health Sciences, Safety or related field, or the equivalent in related work experience demonstrating the ability to manage compliance and safety programs, as well as incident investigations.
  
• Valid Driver's License
  

Nice to Have

• Certified Safety Professional, OSHA 30-hour course, Operator certification(s) in water and/or wastewater treatment.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; previous public speaking experience required.
• Excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to motivate others in pursuit of Company goals.
• Ability to understand and implement a variety of the industry's concepts, practices and procedures.
• Reliance on previous experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Familiarity with computer applications MS Word, Excel and utilizing tablet and mobile device; ability to learn internal software programs Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Please Note

• Frequent travel may be required
• This position is exposed to a normal office environment as well as working outdoors in a plant environment. Exposed to loud noise, wastewater, chemicals and high voltage where electrical shock is a potential hazard. Occasionally encounters extreme cold or hot conditions and potential contact with hazardous chemicals.
• Must wear/use all protective equipment were required including hearing protection, safety glasses, chemical suites and personal protective equipment when handling hazardous materials; must be OSHA compliant.
• Normal office/ work from home

Life at Corix

• Paid Time Off and Holidays: We offer 18 days of PTO and 11 paid holidays,
• Health Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, health savings and flexible spending accounts and more.
• 401(k) Program: Employer contribution. Employer contribution made to the 401(k) plan are vested at 100% and start 30 days after your start.
• Technology in the Workplace: Access to most recent computer applications like Microsoft Suite, Video Conferencing tools and utilizing tablet, laptop and/or mobile device
• Grow at Corix: If you are interested in further developing your skillset within the role, we offer tuition reimbursements for any certification/licensing/self-development that you would like to explore.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include company provided life insurance, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, discounted pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, and more

Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Corix Group of Companies is an E-Verify participating employer.

People Focused and Inclusive Culture

We attract and develop connected, high performing people of diverse background, ethnicities and experiences, who achieve their goals in alignment with our purpose, vision, and values. Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment where everyone is included and able to do their best work and feel as though they belong.

Corix is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

EEOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical condition), or any other characteristic protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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