Environmental Health & Safety Manager - T45 CLS Program - NAS Meridian, MS

V2X is redefining the mid-level aerospace market with our agility, rapid deployment capability, and customized quality. Our international presence and a vast range of services distinguished us from competitors. We offer our customers a variety of global aerospace support, including Systems Integration, Fabrication, contractor-operated and Maintained Base Supply, Engineering, Maintenance, Modification, Repair, and Overhaul, Training Support, and all levels of Maintenance.

For over forty years, we have delivered high-quality aftermarket aerospace services that are affordable and customer-focused.

Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Responsible for implementation and administration of the Environmental Health and Safety Program by all company federal, state, and air station directives, regulations, and laws.
• Reports directly to the Quality Manager on all matters.
• Develop and monitor safety, and hazardous waste management programs to comply with federal, state, and military. Develop programs to comply with the above requirements in the absence of pre-existing programs
• Act as liaison with representatives of Base Safety, Fire Department, OSHA, and other government organizations.
• The EHS Specialist shall possess knowledge of the Navy Fire Warden Program.
• Designated as Site Fire Warden Point Coordinator, with specific responsibilities for the:
• Provision, access and maintenance of waste storage and chemical storage areas.
• Routine inspection of all fire bottles and contractor held facilities.
• Post Fire Bill(s) (NAVFAC 3-11320/9) with correct building number and emergency telephone numbers in a conspicuous place and post Fire Warden’s name and telephone number on unit bulletin boards.
• Observe the evacuation of assigned building(s) during emergencies and ensure personnel not assigned to a fire detail are instructed to close safes, windows, doors, etc., and proceed to the nearest exit without delay. Fire Wardens will be required to take the online annual refresher training in the Navy program of record or attend an onsite annual Fire Warden training that specializes on developing and improving fire prevention skills.
• Ensure buildings are numbered with facility numbers. Position the number(s) on opposite corners of the structure so they are visible from at least two directions. If required, place work request with Public Works to provide numbers. Size and color of numbers for buildings will comply with existing regulations.
• Assist the Fire Inspector during formal inspections to ensure adequacy of the inspection program.
• Represent the company during inspections and audits, including corporate EH&S audits, AMMT inspections, ordnance inspections, Navy Crane Center inspections, etc. Recommends appropriate corrective action for any discrepancies identified.
• Monitor safety trends and construction projects on company-occupied facilities to recognize problem or hazard areas. Recommend corrective action to management.
• Formulate recommendations and justifications to management to validate the need for additional/ replacement tools, equipment, supplies, facility modifications, procedures, and training requirements to ensure a quality product and a safe work environment.
• Works with subject matter experts to develop new or modify old safety equipment as needed to support our employees.
• Conduct work site surveys and daily facility inspections to ensure facility and procedural compliance with applicable regulations.
• Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of all required records and reports applicable to safety and hazardous waste programs.
• Manage and control the Respiratory Protection Program.
• Coordinate the use and care of personal protective equipment, etc. Ensure adequate quantities of PPE are available.
• Monitor investigations of all incidents/accidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Investigate safety-related concerns and complaints reported by employees.
• Determine medical surveillance requirements for workers exposed to specific hazards by OSHA and Government/ Company requirements. Coordinate and track physical exams, hearing evaluations, audiometric testing, and reporting requirements under the Hearing…