Title: WASS Safety Manager (EHS)

Location: United States-Florida-Rockledge

Job Number: 16763

About Us:

AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

The Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program, an AAR business, headquartered in Rockledge, FL, provides global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of State Air Wing.

Role Description:

Responsible for the overall quality of the Environmental Health and Safety EHS program. Provides the required management and direction to achieve Safety program objectives through coordination with the appropriate EHS or Aviation Safety representatives. Analyzes hazards and evaluates risk mitigation strategies to provide goals for incident prevention. Provides expert advice in order to ensure compliance with established federal, state, and local regulations regarding industry safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide effective and professional communication to employees, leadership, and the U.S. Department of State.

• Foster continuous improvement of the Safety program throughout the organization by evaluating site assessments, incident reports, and investigation findings.

• Provide expert industry advice at all levels and coordinate as appropriate to mitigate physical hazards while ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Responsible for ensuring all aspects of the EHS program administration, through the audit of key performance indicators KPIs and departmental files, including fire prevention and response, hazardous material HAZMAT handling and storage, hazardous waste HAZWASTE transport and disposal, spill prevention and response, hearing conservation and audiometric testing, employee respirator training and usage, post-incident drug and alcohol testing, personal protective equipment PPE training and usage, confined space operations, fall arrest and prevention, facility inspections in accordance with NFPA and OSHA guidelines, as well as OSHA recording and reporting requirements.

• Develop and revise written policies and procedures to ensure continued regulatory compliance.

• Ensure appropriate management of change practices are followed throughout the program.

• Produce and present evaluations, reports, and training as required.

• Manage certain budgetary aspects, including awards program and material requests.

• Perform occasional travel CONUS and OCONUS to assist or evaluate the Safety program at various locations.

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Qualifications:

Required

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Environmental Health and Safety EHS Manager.

• Associate's degree or educational equivalent.

• Certifications in specialized training including OSHA, EPA, and HAZMAT-HAZWASTE storage, handling, and disposal procedures to include environmental regulations and compliance.

• Extensive experience in risk management and mitigation.

• Formal training in the conduct of mishap investigations and incident response.

• US Security Clearance required.

• Up to 15% domestic/ non-domestic travel

Preferred

• Experience as a Safety professional at airports, hangars, or other locations performing aviation functions.

• Department of Defense Safety Officer’s course completion.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salaried Position

• Work schedule: 9/80

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

AAR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, or expressions. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our people, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.