Sr. Manager,Health Safety Security Environment (HSSE)
Gategroup · New York City · $110,000–$120,000 (stated in the posting)
We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.
The Senior Manager Health Safety Security Environment (HSSE) is responsible for ensuring compliance with all regulatory, company, and customer requirements related to Health, Safety, Environment and Security across their assigned operations region. This individual will lead the implementation and continuous improvement to programs and policies to ensure safe and compliant operations. The Senior Manager will work closely with operations, leadership teams, corporate teams, and external stakeholders to promote a culture of excellence and risk management. This role will report directly to the operational general manager of the unit.Annual Hiring Range:
$110,000-$120,000 Per Year
Benefits
Paid time off
401k, with company match
Company sponsored life insurance
Medical, dental, vision plans
Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance
Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Utilize data-driven insights to drive decision-making and improve HSSE
Act as a change agent, fostering a culture of excellence and proactive risk management in HSSE.
Promote employee engagement in HSSE programs through effective communication, recognition programs, and collaboration.
Serve as a subject matter expert for all aspects of HSSE, with a strong focus on ramp safety and interior safety programs.
Drive the continuous improvement of HSSE systems, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and emergency response plans.
Implement and maintain HSSE policies, procedures, and training programs to support a safe and compliant work environment.
Provide ongoing feedback and collaboration for the improvement and updating of HSSE policies, procedures, and training programs.
Support unit investigations and timely responses on HSSE incidents, by facilitating root cause analyses, reviewing action plans, and verifying effective corrective and preventive actions to reduce risks.
Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, DOT/FMCSA, USDA/APHIS, TC, FAA, and TSA) and customer-specific HSSE requirements.
Lead audits, inspections, and risk assessments in assigned region to identify potential hazards and develop mitigation strategies.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of HSSE programs in your assigned region.
Review and support unit preparation of regular reports for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting compliance, risk management, and operational safety progress.
Provide strategic leadership and guidance to HSSE managers and/or representatives, through mentorship, coaching, and development programs.
Core Competencies and Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in safety management, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, or a related field.
Relevant and extensive work experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
Work Experience
5+ years of progressive experience in HSSE management, preferably in the aviation, food manufacturing, logistics, or transportation industries.
Strong experience in airport ramp safety, occupational safety, or a related field is highly desirable.
Demonstrated success leading safety teams and implementing safety improvement initiatives
Technical Skills
In-depth knowledge of OSHA, DOT, TSA, PHAC and other regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with safety management systems (SMS) and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 45001).
Familiarity with environmental management systems and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 14001).
Proficiency in using safety software and Microsoft Office applications.
Core Competencies Required
Expertise in safety culture transformation and employee engagement strategies
Ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced knowledge of risk assessment and hazard identification methodologies.
gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:
Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus
Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position
Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Passion, Responsibility and Respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:
Excellence
We put the customer at the forefront of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs, wishes and desires.
We constantly learn by giving and receiving feedback, improving from our mistakes and bettering ourselves.
Passion
Hospitality, in its purest form, comes down to a single, core principle: care. We do everything with thoughtfulness, attention, and care.
We have a growth mindset, a resilience that makes us determined to bounce back from failures and setbacks.
Responsibility
We care about what we do, and we understand the impact we have on others and the planet.
We always look out for each other –creating a safe workplace environment is everyone’s responsibility.
Respect
Every job matters. We each do our part to ensure our colleagues and our customers succeed in their goals.
We respect each other’s voices and foster a workplace that supports inclusion and belonging. We are all one gategroup.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.
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