HSE Manager at Turner Townsend

Traverse City, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Assessment, Incident Investigation, Communication, Documentation, Inspection, Emergency Response Planning, Safety Management, Team Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Training Development, Crisis Management, Policy Formulation, Stakeholder Engagement, Advanced Risk Management, Safety Audits, Health and Safety Regulations

Industry

Construction

Description

Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com Job Description The safety officer is responsible for ensuring the safe and effective operation of all areas and facilities in the project and organization. 1. Strategic Safety and Planning Develop long-term safety and health strategies in alignment with company goals. Collaborate with senior management to integrate safety objectives into the organization’s broader mission. 2. Program Management Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive safety and health programs across the organization. Ensure continuous improvement and adaptation of safety programs based on evaluations and changing industry standards. 3. Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and supervise contractor and internal SO1 and SO2 personnel, ensuring they perform their roles effectively. Organized and manage the safety department or team, including resource allocation and budgeting. 4. Advanced Risk Management Conduct advanced risk assessments and hazards analyses across various sectors of the company. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies at an organizational level. 5. Stakeholder Engagement Represent the organization in discussions with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and other external stakeholders. Coordinate with other departments or units to ensure company-wide adherence to safety standards. 6. Training and Development Oversight Supervise and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs conducted by junior safety officers. Identify the need for and facilitate advanced safety training and professional development opportunities for the safety team. 7. Policy and Standard Formulation Draft, revise, and update internal safety policies, standards, and guidelines. Ensure alignment with national and international safety standards and best practices. 8. Complex Incident Investigation Lead investigations into major incidents or systemic safety issues, employing advanced investigative techniques. Provide recommendations to senior management based on findings. 9. Safety and Crisis Management Promote a culture of safety throughout the organization, driving behavioral change and commitment at all levels. Organize and lead safety awareness campaigns or events. 10. Emergency and Crisis Management Plan and lead the response to emergencies or crises that might impact a significant portion of the organization or its reputation. Collaborate with external agencies and partners during such events. 11. Compliance and Audit Oversee regular internal safety audits and inspections. Prepare for and liaise with external auditors or regulatory bodies during their inspections. Qualifications Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a health and safety role, ideally in the construction, manufacturing, or engineering industries. Completed the mandatory BOSH (Basic Occupational Safety and Health) Training for SO3 accreditation (per DOLE requirements in the Philippines). DOLE-accredited SO3 certificate. Valid First Aid and Basic Life Support certification. COSH (Construction Occupational Safety and Health) training if working in construction. Advanced safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, OSHA 30-Hour Training) preferred Membership in a professional safety organization (e.g., PSME, ASEP, or safety-related associations) is a plus Philippine Labor Laws relevant to OSH (RA 11058, DOLE Department Order No. 198-18). DOLE, DENR, and LGU safety regulations and reporting requirements. Knowledge of PPE standards and safety signage requirements Familiarity with environmental safety compliance (e.g., ECC, wastewater discharge permits). Knowledge of international standards (e.g., NFPA, ANSI, ISO 14001). Understanding of ergonomic safety principles. Hands-on experience in implementing safety programs and facilitating site safety compliance. Supervisory or team lead experience in managing safety officers or marshals. Experience coordinating directly with government agencies (DOLE, DENR, BFP). Exposure to projects involving high-risk activities (e.g., construction activities in active office operations). Proactive and vigilant. 1. Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification Ability to systematically identify workplace hazards and assess associated risks. Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and ensure control measures are implemented. 2. Incident Investigation & Reporting Capable of leading incident investigations and writing detailed root cause analysis reports. Familiar with tools like the 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, or TapRoot. 3. Communication Able to effectively communicate safety protocols and instructions to all levels of the workforce. Comfortable conducting toolbox talks, safety orientations, and training sessions. 4. Documentation and Compliance Proficient in maintaining safety logs, permits, SDS files, safety audit reports, and incident records. Understands DOLE-required forms and documentation (e.g., Work Accident Report, Annual Medical Report). 5. Inspection and Auditing Skilled in conducting site inspections and compliance audits. Can identify unsafe acts/conditions and recommend corrective actions. 6. Emergency Response Planning Familiar with creating or updating Emergency Response Plans. Can facilitate or lead emergency drills. Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ #LI-SP1 Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. Department: Real estate

Responsibilities

The HSE Manager is responsible for ensuring the safe and effective operation of all areas and facilities within the organization. This includes developing safety strategies, overseeing safety programs, and leading incident investigations.