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EHS Representative/Manager (2/4/10)

Location: Garland, TX

My client is a $2.5 billion company and is the world’s largest manufacturer of aloe vera products. They are also the largest exporter within the Dallas metropolitan area with the distribution of its products in over 130 countries throughout the world. The company occupies a 280,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility in Dallas, Texas. The Company has been in operation since the early 1980’s with product operations relocated to the current facility in the spring of 2006.

The Company has implemented and maintains an environmental management system based on the international standard ISO 14001:2004. The Company has also implemented and maintains a health and safety management system based on the British standard OHSAS 18001:1999.

This opening in their EHS department is a mid level opening. Target salary in the $50-65 range. They will need to work well independently. They will function as a "one man" EHS group. They will be the site EHS resource and be responsible for all EHS activities. I have attached a job description.

Please distribute to your contacts and have them do the same.

Location is actually in Garland, but on the Dallas/Garland border. Zicpode is 75238.

Ed Ratchford
Recruiter
GMP Associates
800-781-4112

NFPA 70E Trainer (2/4/10)

Location: San Antonio, Austin, and possibly Dallas area

Wanted to get this to the SA, Austin, DFW and Dallas chapters first. Fit for Work is looking for someone to provide NFPA 70E training in the San Antonio, Austin and possibly Dallas area. If you know of anyone looking for additional work or have recommendations please have them contact me directly.

Forrest Richardson, CSP
Safety Division Director
FIT for WORK, LLC

Phone: (210) 495-8788 ext 226
Mobile: (210) 421-6357
Email: forrestrichardson@wellworkforce.com
Web: www.wellworkforce.com

Safety, Risk, and Regulatory Compliance Manager (2/4/10)

Location: Flower Mound, TX

Trans American Underground Horizontal Directional Drilling Flower Mound, TX is an underground directional drilling company with 25 employees.

They are looking for a full time person to manage Safety, Risk and Regulatory compliance.

Salary Range is 35k to 45k per year

Candidate must be able to manage and keep track of all hard assets from Heavy Equipment to Drill Tooling, also manage all Registrations, License, Safety & Regulatory compliance - OSHA, DOT REGS, Pipeline DOT REGS, ISNETWORLD, NMCS, DESA, and manage the company drug testing program.

Interested candidates should contact:

Keith L. Whitaker
TAUG HDD
2909 Cromwell Way
Flower Mound, Tx 75022
Cell 214.507.5825
Off. 972.691.8600
Fax 972.421.1550
www.taug.net
keith@taug.net

Project Safety Manager (2/4/10)

Location: Grand Junction, CO
Job Type: Temporary (approximately 7 months)

Project safety manager position opening with Shaw Construction, LLC (not part of the Shaw Group) in Grand Junction, Colorado. The position will be of approximately 7 month duration, assigned to a large project at the Veterans Hospital in town, which is scheduled to mobilize mid- to late February.

I do not know the complete details of the position, but I understand that the candidate should have at least 10 years safety experience – preferably in the construction industry. Other qualifications include “outreach” trained and familiarity with OSHA regs – as one would expect.

If you are interested in this opportunity, or know of someone who may be, please contact Dennis Kirtland, at the address/phone below.

Contact:

Dennis Kirtland
Director of Corporate Resources
Shaw Construction, LLC
760 Horizon Drive
Grand Junction, CO 81506
(970) 242-9236
dennisk@shawconstruction.net

Program Manager Incident Strategy Trainer (2/4/10)

Location: Seattle Metro Area

This position requires an experienced manager to drive security strategies and programs in support of our client facilities/operations worldwide. The professional in this position will provide guidance to the key business leaders in the North and South Americas region and assist with security incidents as appropriate, leveraging existing physical security services. This manager will work on designing, conducting and evaluating training, exercises and preparedness planning focused on catastrophic natural and manmade disaster scenarios. The incumbent will develop, write and revise emergency and incident response plans. Applies an extensive background in emergency management at the federal, state or local EM level, and leverage their experience in training executive level management personnel in emergency response. Experience with developing response plans, response integration planning and/or participating in exercise is required. The successful applicant will have strong cross group collaboration and communication skills and the experience to make effective presentations to all audience levels.

Responsibilities:

Manage all tactical details related to the implementation of Global Security’s Incident Management (IMP) program strategy in the North and South America region.
Training Sr. level management and implementing our client’s Incident Management Plan (IMP) in the America’s (North and South America).
Develop and maintain supportive relationships with Global Security personnel in the North and South America region by providing value added information, resources, and training to further drive the IMP program forward.
Develop incident specific contingency plans as needed to support emerging threats; oversee and refine annual updates of existing plans.
Develop incident management training based upon best practices, program strategy, and regional needs.
Track and maintain regional KPI’s and metrics for the North and South America as defined by the program and report out status for program scorecards, quarterly business reviews (QBR), and other channels as requested.
Communicate North and South America regional update on strategies, methodologies and tools to Global Security SLT on a quarterly basis.
Manage delivery of complex projects/programs through their completion including follow on program enhancements
Manage technology projects designed to increase organizational agility.
Identify emerging technology tools and partner with the product development team to manage deployment/implementation of tools enhancing the agility of Global Security’s response to life safety issues.
Assist with the development of security policies, standards and procedures and identify resources to publicize best security practices.
Oversee the maintenance and regular exercise of the Incident Management Plan, procedures and responses.
Identify preferred business partners for emergency response training. Exercise plan and training design and implementation focusing on building a global network of competent suppliers and expert resources.
Maintain strong working relationships and collaboration with outside contingency planning professional organizations and local, regional, and governmental emergency response groups in each region.
Provide oversight of tactical details to expand critical incident planning program.
Assist in increasing the capability and capacity of incident management teams (IMTs) in North and South America and around the globe.

Competencies / Abilities:

5+ years demonstrated experience with process training and development
Train-the-Trainer experience
5+ years Project Management experience
3+ years of general experience with Emergency or Incident Management, Crisis and Risk Management, or similar industry. Critical Incident Management preferred.
3+ years direct experience as a supervisory staff member in an emergency operations center managing events effecting life and safety
Articulate and tactful team player
Strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated experience in team leadership
Highly skilled at developing relationships and rapport with key stakeholders including but not limited to partnering effectively with Global Security personnel and IMT members
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with critical deadlines
Must have strong organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Project)
International experience: This position requires at least 3 years experience of living and/or working in North and South America, or at a minimum has worked closely with professional Latin American colleagues and customers.
Bilingual - English and proficiency in Spanish is required.
Travel required: This individual will have up to 20 national and international trips between now and end of FY.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree preferred; 10+ years significant experience in emergency management, law enforcement, public service or private sector security organization preferred, with progressively responsible management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.

Competencies:

Understanding of emergency management, security and systems integration.
Strong cross-group collaboration and relationship management skills including directing & coordinating virtual teams to achieve deliverables
Demonstrated change management, project management and problem-solving skills
Think strategically and develop actionable plans for execution
Action oriented with a passion for getting things done quickly, efficiently, and properly
Attention to detail
Planning, organizing and leadership skills.
Oral and written communications skills.
Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.
Ability to manage emergency management operations at multiple sites dispersed over a wide geographic area.
Interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.
Demonstrated effective leadership and contributing member of project teams.
Facilitate progressive change.
Organize and coordinate many deliverables simultaneously.
Take the initiative and achieves agreed upon results.
Rapidly adapts to changes in the external environment and organization

Interested candidates should submit their resumes via the position posting on the SMR website at: http://www.smrgroup.com/SMR-Jobs.htm

Plant Safety Manager (1/20/10)

Location: Clinton, IL

Trinity Industries, Inc., headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is a holding company that owns a variety of market-leading businesses which provide products and services to the industrial, energy, transportation and construction sectors. Trinity reports its financial results in five principal business segments: the Rail Group, the Railcar Leasing and Management Services Group, the Inland Barge Group, the Construction Products Group and the Energy Equipment Group. We offer our employees a comprehensive, competitive wage and benefits package. Learn more about Trinity Industries by visiting our website at www.trin.net.

Trinity Structural Towers is searching for a Safety Manager for our plant in Clinton, IL. This individual will be responsible for promoting a safe work environment in the plant; developing and implementing safety and/or environmental programs in compliance with Company and governmental requirements; and conducting safety training sessions.

Typical duties include:

Consults with production departments on use of equipment, fire prevention and other safety matters. Conducts safety training. Audits and/or tours facility(ies) to identify potential hazards. Recommends corrective or preventative measures.
Identifies waste streams and arranges for testing of samples. Arranges for shipment of all hazardous waste streams. Prepares all hazardous labels.
Compiles, files and maintains required safety and/or environmental reports.
Compiles, logs, and analyzes accident data. Prepares and submits required safety reports for use by Company personnel and outside agencies. Reviews accident reports and initiates corrective actions.
Orders and maintains first aid, environmental and safety supply inventory.
Transports injured employees to medical facilities.

Requirements:

B.S. Business or a related field and considerable experience administering safety programs and records with some supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Good knowledge of state and Federal regulations relative to safety, health, and workers compensation.
Good knowledge of division/plant operations or the ability to acquire it quickly.
Ability to maintain accurate, current records and generate complete and timely reports.
Ability to supervise and interface effectively with company personnel.
Proficient with MS Office.

EEO/AA Trinity Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to consider applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. However, Trinity is required by law to maintain certain information about applicants that is not used in the hiring processes. If you supply us with this EEO information, it will be strictly in accordance with the law. If you choose not to supply the information to Trinity it will have no effect whatsoever on the employment process.

Click here to apply online.

Corporate Health & Safety Professional (1/20/10)

Education Required: BS Industrial Hygiene, Safety or related. CIH or CSP preferred
Industry: Chemical Process Industry
Years of Experience: 5 or more years in a plant health and safety role
Location: St. Louis, MO area. Relocation available

Responsibilities: Providing health and safety support to multiple locations. Developing and assisting with the implementation of health and safety program policy, procedures and requirements. Identify and share best practices across the sites, provide corporate direction for matters of personnel safety and IH. Will participate in the review of new chemicals (new product/formulations), plan, develop and execute strategic continuous improvement in safety performance, work with sites regarding regulatory agency interactions, incident investigations and otherwise provide corporate support in areas of health and safety.

Requirements: BS in safety, health, or related required. Masters level preferred. Must have 5 or more years of experience providing health and safety services in a chemical process plant environment. Prefer a strong knowledge and experience base in industrial hygiene; sampling, job assessments, job hazard analysis and worker safety program development, implementation, training. Must have strong communications and IH sampling technical skills. CIH or CSP certification preferred. Relocation assistance is available.

Perks: Our client is a leading manufacture in the St. Louis area. They offer opportunities to be a critical part of the success for the EHS organization but participating in the strategic development of health and safety programs, and assisting the manufacturing locations with implementation and continuous improvement efforts. Full benefits including relocation assistance is available.

Contact:

Bethany Brevard
Principal EHS/HR Recruiting Specialist
Professional Outlook, Inc.
bethany@professionaloutlook.com

Industrial Hygienist (1/13/10)

The successful candidate will possess an advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in Industrial Hygiene (IH) or a closely related science/engineering discipline. An undergraduate degree in an engineering or science discipline is preferred and will be given strong consideration.

Preferred candidates will have an understanding of IH aspects of industrial processes and plant design and construction, ventilation system evaluation/design, microbial indoor air quality, noise evaluation and control, and qualitative/quantitative exposure assessment. The candidate will work in a team setting with similarly qualified individuals and have the opportunity to participate in diverse multi-disciplinary projects with, for example, toxicologists, epidemiologists and human factors engineers. Project examples include:

Conceptual design of ventilation system for exposure control
Microbial Indoor Air Quality investigation, determination of root cause
Building science investigation to aid shelter-in-place capability
IH review and input at various stages of project design, procurement and construction
Procedure improvements for providing IH input to project development
Field based exposure assessments

The preferred candidate should be willing to travel and take on a number of roles including field investigation, program development, tool or procedure development. The individual must be equally effective in both business headquarters and in-plant settings. Candidates applying for the position should demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, strong computer skills (relational databases, spreadsheets, word processing), work well in a team environment, adapt to changing priorities and be detail oriented.

ExxonMobil offers an excellent working environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Please submit your cover letter and resume to our website www.exxonmobil.com/ex and apply to Industrial Hygienist.

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer

HSE Area Manager (1/12/10)

Summary: Ensures that all Health, Safety and Environmental functions in assigned area are meeting internal corporate requirements and external regulatory compliance, and that security and emergency action plans are in place and tested. Works with the respective regional manager(s) to develop strategies and tactics that will insure the organization meets business objectives and achieves premier HSE performance.

Requirements;

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years industrial experience or two years of college combined with ten years industrial experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Hazards Administration and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) regulations and requirements. Knowledge of State and Federal laws, local ordinances, and other rules and regulations associated with facility and employee Health & Safety.
Experience in a Health & Safety environment within an industrial service, refining, petrochemical or manufacturing environment.
Effective communication (written, verbal and listening) and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively interact with and develop and maintain strong rapport and credibility with senior management in company. Organization skills and self motivation are critical to the success of this position.
Must possess high ethical standards demonstrated by their approach to business.
Must demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, an unwavering commitment to safety and health and other company policies and procedures.
Proficiency with MS Office and other function-specific software.
Must understand and effectively manage key financial issues that impact IH functions and the business.

See the attached job description for more information.

Contact:

Libby Machalicek
National Business Coordinator
Total Safety U.S., Inc.
Office: 281-867-2351
Cell: 281-413-7484

Business Development Manager (1/12/10)

The Business Development Manager, in summary, is charged with and responsible for establishing strategic alignment between customer and Total Safety organizations at executive management levels. The primary purpose of the Business Development Manager is to develop relationships, with counterparts in the customer organization, for the purpose of communicating their interests, perspective concerns, and needs to the various Sales Account Managers and/or Team Members by acting in the capacity of company liaison. The Business Development Manager’s duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

In conjunction with the Senior Vice President, Marketing & Sales, formulates strategies for strengthening assigned accounts and maximizing the company’s potential to establish strong, business partnerships with the customer.
Is responsible for acting as a direct representative of the customer, to Total Safety’s executive management, and subsequently function as an internal advocate in meeting the customer needs and requirements.
Seek out and develop relationships with counterparts in the customer organization and subsequently communicate the customer’s interests and concerns to members of the Sales Account Team and/or Manager.
Strives to establish strategic alignments between respective organizations, at the executive level, that requires creating shared values, goals, and expectations with the customer senior executives.
As a company liaison and arbitrator, pursues opening otherwise closed doors, for Sales Account Managers, by establishing high level contacts and ensuring that the Sales Account Manager can connect at these levels.
Continuously monitors Sales Account Managers and/or Account Teams activities and provides council and advice as appropriate.
Provides oversight review of customer account plan of actions and assists account manager and/or account team in implementation of action plan.
Participates in proposal reviews, presentations, and negotiations with customer as needed.
Provides proposal development oversight to help in creating offers that represents a maximum affordable value to the customer and ensures that the proposal addresses the customer’s key issues, needs, and requirements.
When required, act as lead in a key proposal presentation to include hosting meeting and events as needed.
Acts to monitor customer delivery of Total Safety Services and Products and ensure the customer is completely satisfied with the services provided.
Coordinates the efforts of all parties that are to provide service to the customer to ensure that a company-wide synergistic approach is provided to satisfy the customer account.
Ensures that all sales activities are conducted in strict compliance with the ISO 9001 quality assurance program guidelines, including the Alert Non-Compliance, Corrective Action, and Continuous Improvement Programs.
Reports business development status, of designated accounts, to the Senior Vice President, Marketing & Sales and the Regional General Manager on an ongoing basis.
Maintains a high state of integrity and professionalism in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Performs all other special duties assigned by the Senior Vice President, Marketing & Sales.

Education: Required: Marketing or Business related college degree

Experience: A minimum of four years of Outside Sales of Commodities, Products, and Services experience in the petrochemical or industrial safety equipment industry.

Language Skills: Must read, speak, and write English equal to or at a college graduate level. The ability to speak Spanish not required but would be considered a plus.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Use of analytical, organizational and observation skills that demonstrate the ability to grasp concepts or needs, and organize, implement and manage programs/solutions. Must demonstrate leadership in all areas of responsibility. The person who holds this position should possess the following skills, abilities, traits, and knowledge (expressed in summary terms):

See the attached job description for more information.

Contact:

Libby Machalicek
National Business Coordinator
Total Safety U.S., Inc.
Office: 281-867-2351
Cell: 281-413-7484

Fire Manager (1/12/10)

Summary: Manages operations, equipment, instrumentation facilities and employees that perform customer service in areas which may include service and repair of portable and semi-portable fire extinguishers, life safety equipment, fire detection systems, gas detection systems, foam systems, dry chemical systems, gaseous fire suppression systems and water based fire protection systems.
Ensures compliance with established regulatory, safety, operating standards, policies and emergency response procedures.

Requirements:

Associates degree or higher in related field preferred; experience will be considered in lieu of formal education. Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Thorough knowledge of Total Safety products and services in assigned area.
Have or obtain State Fire Marshal licenses for appropriate areas of service prior to performing work in those areas. Obtain NICET level II certification in the appropriate area(s).
Must demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, an unwavering commitment to safety and health and other company policies and procedures. Must possess high ethical standards demonstrated by their approach to business.
Progressive related experience in petrochemical and/or refinery operations or industrial safety equipment industry. Supervisory experience with an understanding of human relations, training, performance evaluation and heath and safety. Demonstrates leadership and the ability to coordinate resources to achieve maximum profitability, efficiency and utilization.
Effective communication (written, verbal and listening) and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively interact with and develop and maintain strong rapport and credibility with senior management in company and client organizations.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to speak Spanish, or other second language considered a plus.
Must understand and effectively manage key financial issues that impact E&I service and operations functions and the business. Experience with budget preparation and cost control.
Ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and other data base software. Ability to quickly learn new software applications utilized by company.
Proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility and customer required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Trained in Respiratory Protection and fully certified to wear respiratory breathing equipment (Fit Tested).
Current drivers license from state of residence, and valid proof of vehicle insurance. Must possess good driving record and be insurable by Total Safety US, Inc. insurance providers for vehicle insurance while driving company truck.

See the attached job description for more information.

Contact:

Libby Machalicek
National Business Coordinator
Total Safety U.S., Inc.
Office: 281-867-2351
Cell: 281-413-7484

Loss Control Specialist (1/5/10)

Essential Functions:

Conducts account evaluations and provides loss control services for the most complex accounts, which have the greatest degrees of technical and/or service management difficulty.
Provides a high degree of technical expertise in all lines of business, with the skill to analyze specific levels of protection needed for hazards and management control programs for their effectiveness.
Provides the highest quality service to policyholders, underwriters and producers to assist them in the reduction of losses, control of claims, as well as potential loss exposures.
Interacts frequently with brokers/agents to develop relationships, market C&F services, and to develop and service accounts.
Promotes the value of Loss Control programs and services in the acquisition and retention of desirable accounts by effective utilization of the service proposal analysis tool, and special analysis or evaluation reports. Understands and practices quantification and benchmarking of service results – WC / BLS, Fleet, GL incident rate improvements.
Counsels and helps train other regional personnel in all areas of loss control services.
Provides coordination of multiple location accounts loss control services.
Provides a recognized high skill level of technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: construction/contractors safety, ergonomics, fleet safety, industrial hygiene & occupational health, multiple location account service coordination, product liability safety, property & life safety.
Keeps informed on existing laws, codes, ordinances, and recommended practices as they pertain to loss control and applies knowledge to the surveys and services provided. Continues to upgrade technical expertise in the field of loss control.

Accountability:

Accountable for the handling of all assigned work in an effective and efficient manner.
Reports to Loss Control Manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of eight (8) years of loss control experience with a demonstrated ability to solve highly technical problems in hazard control and the provision of effective service to complex policyholder accounts.
Certification by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (CSP) is preferred.
Having one or more of the following professional designations (CSP, ALCM, ARM, CIH, OHST, CPCU) can reduce the minimum years of experience to six (6) years.
Must possess a valid driver license.
Must possess effective inter-personal/team building skills.
Must possess effective presentation skills.
Must possess customer service skills.
Working knowledge of the use of personal computers and Windows-based software packages such as Microsoft WORD processing, Excel spreadsheets and graphs, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes.

Contact:

Jennifer J. Kolatac
Corporate Recruiter
Crum&Forster
Jen_Kolatac@cfins.com

Drilling Field Safety Representative (1/5/10)

Location: Elk City, OK

Our client is seeking to fill the position of Drilling Field Safety Representative. The successful candidate will focus on drilling safety and environmental conditions as they pertain to COI drilling operations. The employee will be based out of Elk City and responsible for drilling rigs located in Western Oklahoma, the Texas Panhandle, New Mexico and Western Texas.

The candidate's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities:

Serve as the point of contact for all safety and environmental issues on COI drilling locations
Investigate and report on all incidents that occur on COI drilling sites
Support COI's drilling team to communicate company policy and programs to all drilling contractors, service companies and independent consultants
Analyze safety and environmental trends to identify areas of improvement
Observe contractor work habits for safety and environmental awareness
Conduct safety and environmental training for COI drilling superintendents and rig consultants
Establish and maintain a professional relationship with contractor safety representatives, local, state and federal agencies
Actively participate in daily operations conference calls, COI rig tours, contractor meetings and random drug and alcohol screenings

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 + years as a safety representative in the drilling industry
Strong knowledge of both safety and environmental regulations as they pertain to the drilling industry
College degree held in safety and/or environmental is considered a plus
Prior rough necking experience and strong working knowledge of drilling operations is required
Able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and contractors
Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and travel
Efficient with standard office software programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Comfortable preparing safety reports and presenting them to Management
Live or be willing to relocate to the operational area

For confidential and immediate consideration please contact Mike Mayzak, Express Employment Professionals – 405-272-9797 x211 or mike.mayzak@expresspros.com.