Why Work for WM?

Stability. Growth. People-First Culture .

About the Environmental Health Safety Operations Manager

Serves as support person for Sustainability Services Territory or Vertical. Activities include: implementation of new contracts, assisting with special projects and staffing existing contracts as needed. May also assist Business Development and Territory/Vertical Managers with site walks, proposal development and contract renewals. Significant travel is required (90%+).

This position is remote however the individual must live in the state of California; Northern CA is preferred.

This position does require 50% travel/on-site work in the area.

What You'll Do

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Consult with internal team to identify, design and implement cost saving opportunities and proposals.

Ensure compliance with client and government regulations by performing necessary inspections and reporting. Resolve all issues in a timely manner.

Compliance management oversight of Federal EPA and state of California regulations.

Promote culture of safety by ensuring site personnel are properly trained to perform assigned duties and comply with safety, environmental, federal, state and local regulations.

Supporting management by reviewing sites compliance documentation and record keeping.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The highest level of supervisory skills required in this job is the management of supervisory employees. This includes:

No direct supervision of employees.What Does it Take to be an Environmental Health Safety Operations Manager/Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

Must live work in the U.S.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Environmental Sciences, Accounting, Business or related field, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant experience.

Experience: Seven (7) years of relevant experience (in addition to education requirement).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

RCRA and DOT regulatory compliance experience required.

OSHA 24-Hour HAZWOPER Certification required.

TWIC Card or the ability to obtain one prior to starting

Strong understanding of California Hazardous Waste Regulations

Pre-assignment and/or pre-hire customer-specific drug and/or alcohol testing may be required by certain customer-contract requirements. Such testing may include urinalysis, oral swab, drug hair follicle testing and/or alcohol testing.

Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

An entrepreneurial skill set is highly valued with the ability to creatively achieve stretch goals and provide new services and value to existing customers.

Profit and loss (budgeting).

Project management.

Customer service and vendor management.

Supervisory and team building skills.

Creative problem solving and innovative thinker.

Effective and concise communication.

Adept decision making.

Strategic thinking.

Strong leadership and relationship building skills.

Strong business acumen and financial knowledge.

Self-motivated and directed with a keen sense of urgency to deliver results.

Work Environment

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day;

Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to 30 pounds most of the work day;

Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) most of the work day;

Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the work day;

Normal setting for this job is: indoor and outdoor with frequent visits to sites.

Travel is required to operating sites on a frequent and regular basis. Must be able to work varied and extended hours.

The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S. is $105,375 - $154,531. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a 15% annual target bonus.

Benefits

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Pension, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran