Amp Americas
Health & Safety Manager
Amp Americas, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
About Amp AmericasFounded in 2011, Amp Americas builds, manages, operates and maintains RNG production facilities that convert dairy waste into carbon-negative hydrogen, renewable transportation fuel and power. The vertically-integrated company leverages over a decade of unique expertise and specialized experience in carbon-negative fuel development, operations, services and marketing to deliver comprehensive, turn-key solutions that address greenhouse gas emissions and seek to improve air, land and water quality. Visit ampamericas.com.
Position SummaryThe Health & Safety (H&S) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive H&S strategies, systems, and programs across all of Amp Americas' operations. This role will ensure compliance with relevant safety and environmental regulations, operating permits, and reporting requirements while fostering a culture of health and safety stewardship throughout the organization. The Manager of H&S will drive continuous improvement in H&S performance and support the company's growth in the renewable natural gas (RNG) industry. This position will report to the Chief Operating Officer on an interim basis and work closely with the VP of Operations, the VP of Engineering and the VP of Project Delivery to ensure an independent line of communication to the executive team.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute H&S strategies aligned with Amp Americas' business objectives and industry best practicesOversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of H&S policies, procedures, and management systemsEnsure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local H&S regulations across Amp Americas' facilitiesCollaborate with senior leadership to integrate H&S considerations into business decisions and growth strategiesDevelop and manage the H&S budget, allocating resources effectively to support safetyLead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the implementation of corrective actionsCoordinate with the Operations Division Trainer to ensure H&S principles are integrated into operator training programsReview and approve contractor safety programs and ensure compliance with Amp Americas' safety standardsDevelop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for H&S performance, providing regular reports to senior managementLead emergency preparedness and response planning for all Amp Americas facilitiesStay current with emerging H&S trends, technologies, and regulations in the RNG industryVisit operating facilities and new construction sites to conduct safety audits on personnel, equipment, and materialsRequired Skills / Abilities / Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related field10+ years of experience in H&S management, with at least 5 years in an industrial processing industry such as RNG, oil and gas exploration and processing, power generation, pulp and paper manufacturing, natural gas compression and/or pipelinesExtensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory standards applicable to the RNG or similar process industriesProven track record of developing and implementing successful H&S programs in industrial settingsSelf-starter with the ability to influence and motivate at all levels of the organizationExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present to senior management and external stakeholdersExperience with H&S management systems such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and OSHA VPPCertified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred; with preference given to additional relevant certifications (e.g., CIH, CHMM)Familiarity with renewable energy, biogas, or related industries is a plusProficiency in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to translate H&S metrics into actionable insightsStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in high-pressure situationsWillingness to travel to Amp Americas facilities as needed (approximately 50% of the time)What We Offer
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including base salary and performance bonusesComprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurancePaid time off and company-paid holidaysOpportunity to build upon your career in a leadership role at a company on the cutting edge of the RNG industry
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice. Amp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to excellence through diversity.
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Position SummaryThe Health & Safety (H&S) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive H&S strategies, systems, and programs across all of Amp Americas' operations. This role will ensure compliance with relevant safety and environmental regulations, operating permits, and reporting requirements while fostering a culture of health and safety stewardship throughout the organization. The Manager of H&S will drive continuous improvement in H&S performance and support the company's growth in the renewable natural gas (RNG) industry. This position will report to the Chief Operating Officer on an interim basis and work closely with the VP of Operations, the VP of Engineering and the VP of Project Delivery to ensure an independent line of communication to the executive team.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute H&S strategies aligned with Amp Americas' business objectives and industry best practicesOversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of H&S policies, procedures, and management systemsEnsure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local H&S regulations across Amp Americas' facilitiesCollaborate with senior leadership to integrate H&S considerations into business decisions and growth strategiesDevelop and manage the H&S budget, allocating resources effectively to support safetyLead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the implementation of corrective actionsCoordinate with the Operations Division Trainer to ensure H&S principles are integrated into operator training programsReview and approve contractor safety programs and ensure compliance with Amp Americas' safety standardsDevelop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for H&S performance, providing regular reports to senior managementLead emergency preparedness and response planning for all Amp Americas facilitiesStay current with emerging H&S trends, technologies, and regulations in the RNG industryVisit operating facilities and new construction sites to conduct safety audits on personnel, equipment, and materialsRequired Skills / Abilities / Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related field10+ years of experience in H&S management, with at least 5 years in an industrial processing industry such as RNG, oil and gas exploration and processing, power generation, pulp and paper manufacturing, natural gas compression and/or pipelinesExtensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory standards applicable to the RNG or similar process industriesProven track record of developing and implementing successful H&S programs in industrial settingsSelf-starter with the ability to influence and motivate at all levels of the organizationExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present to senior management and external stakeholdersExperience with H&S management systems such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and OSHA VPPCertified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred; with preference given to additional relevant certifications (e.g., CIH, CHMM)Familiarity with renewable energy, biogas, or related industries is a plusProficiency in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to translate H&S metrics into actionable insightsStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in high-pressure situationsWillingness to travel to Amp Americas facilities as needed (approximately 50% of the time)What We Offer
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including base salary and performance bonusesComprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurancePaid time off and company-paid holidaysOpportunity to build upon your career in a leadership role at a company on the cutting edge of the RNG industry
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice. Amp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to excellence through diversity.
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