Regional Safety Manager at Andritz Inc. in Alpharetta, Georgia

Job Description:

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

The Regional Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs and initiatives to ensure a safe working environment across multiple locations within the region. This role involves collaboration with various departments, enforcement of safety policies, and proactive measures to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.



Safety Program Development:

• Design and implement safety programs and initiatives tailored to regional needs.
• Regularly review and update safety policies and procedures in alignment with Andritz standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the implementation of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations and standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safety legislation and industry best practices.

Risk Management:

• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits across regional facilities.
• Identify potential hazards and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.

Training and Development:

• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and management.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement within the organization.

Incident Management:

• Respond to safety incidents and emergencies, coordinating with internal and external resources as necessary.
• Oversee the documentation and reporting of incidents and accidents.

Safety Culture Promotion:

• Foster a positive safety culture through leadership, communication, and engagement.
• Encourage employee participation in safety programs and initiatives.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of safety inspections, incidents, and training.
• Prepare and present regular safety performance reports to senior management.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with regional and corporate teams to align safety strategies with organizational goals.
• Serve as a safety liaison for regulatory agencies and insurance providers.
• Assist and support the region with environmental compliance

Customer Focus:

• Resolve issues with colleagues and other business organizations in a way that appears seamless to the customer
• Listen and fully understand the customer needs
• Bring the voice of the customer into all our conversations and actions
• Check whether the customer is also a customer of other business organizations and team up to ensure a seamless customer experience
• Foster strong partnerships with stakeholders to maximize customer value

Ownership for Performance

• Keep promises
• Focus on fixing the problem without blaming others
• Take responsible action rather than waiting
• Focus on outcomes while respecting compliance, safety, and processes
• Look for the simplest way to do what we want to do

Share Commitment

• Align the interests of the Group with own or those of our team / business organization
• Adopt other people's good ideas or initiatives, rather than "reinventing the wheel"
• Encourage collaboration
• Give, accept, and ask for feedback and help
• Apply learnings from successes and mistakes and share them with other business organizations
• Offer resources to others outside my team or business organization to help them resolve their challenges

Openness

• Listen to others to fully understand their ideas
• Openly share knowledge with others
• Show trust in the ability of others by encouraging them to deliver or to make prompt decisions
• Walk the talk

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Public speaking
• Critical thinking skills

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CSP) are highly desirable.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety management

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety standards, and best practices.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing safety programs and training
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel domestically 50%
• Experience in implementing a behavior-based safety program

Experience in implementing ISO 45001 and ISO 14001


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.


Requisition ID: 14771



Nearest Major Market: Alpharetta

Nearest Secondary Market: Atlanta Apply Now