Senior - Safety Specialist

Job Description

Aramark Workplace Experience Group is currently seeking a Senior Safety Specialist (Regional Safety Manager) to join the National Account Team. The Senior Safety Specialist (Regional Safety Manager) will coordinate efforts targeting a holistic approach to assist the organization with implementation of safety and risk programs, processes, and procedures to protect people, property, environment, and company assets. This position will function as a strategic operational support leader to enhance safety and risk process improvements. This role will also function as a key point of contact for addressing operational needs as they relate to occupational safety, food safety & sanitation, and environmental compliance, employee training and support execution of all Aramark safety process & procedures. This position within the Workplace division will also provide support to new account / mobilization projects within the portfolio This position will require travel to accounts nationally, to support the operations This role will directly report the Safety Operations Support Director supporting the Workplace Experience Division and will have matrix reporting with RVP with oversight of accounts nationally.

Position will require 50% travel.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct Safety Support, Coordination, and guidance for assigned business unit(s)
• Ensure compliance with safety and health regulations, working with all levels of the organization to ensure compliance safety standards/codes and employee protection.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate training programs, facilitate training, and promote safe practices and working conditions in a variety of environments and situations for all employees at the assigned business unit(s)
• Conduct regular safety/quality audits and provide feedback to the team to ensure quality services are being delivered.
• Lead and participate in incident/event investigations & communicate findings and ensure closure of action items.
• Evaluate current processes, conduct gap analyses, and make recommendations.
• Conduct improvement activities to address gaps and increase compliance with contractual requirements.
• Other QA and Safety duties as assigned by LOB leadership.
• Coach & Lead staff in accordance with location and Aramark safety standards
• Work closely with Aramark Safety & Risk Solutions team, WEG Leadership Team. Managers, District Safety Managers and Clients to review, implement and enforce Aramark's SAFE Commitment. 
• Maintain working relationship with local and regional compliance and regulatory authorities (Local Health Department, 3rd party QA/ QC groups. And other regulatory agencies)
• Assist supported locations, site-based management teams to effectively execute against safety standard and requirements.
• Assure highest level of Customer Service and Quality control for all supported locations.
• Coordinate and Support Region/ District Meeting/ Committee structure.
• Ensure locations have the current Aramark safety standards and procedure documentation is in place.
• Effectively manage internal and external corrective actions processes to comply with regulatory requirements identify and address cause, and ensure plans are in place.
• Support new business mobilizations (startups, new openings) for the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupation health and safety or food science is preferred. Instead of a degree commensurate experience in the safety field will be considered
• 5-7 years professional experience in safety required.  Experience in management systems or certified safety professional designation preferred.
• Experience must include leading and managing a staff of professionals through major organizational change initiatives and driving results through use of internal and external (3rd party) resources.
• Diverse background/experience in addressing all types of safety exposures and a proven track record of developing and implementing sound safety management programs.
• A strong understanding of safety best practices (i.e., HAACP) OSHA 10 general industry and ServSafe food safety training.

Individual will have a direct reporting line to Director Safety & Risk Solutions.  Must possess excellent communication, influencing and consultative skills with demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships from the C-suite to the front line.   Individual must be client focused with excellent strategic and change management skills to drive and sustain organizational change around safety matters.  Individual must be a team player and able to collaboratively work with available resources to bring optimal solutions to address diverse client needs.

Success in this position will also require excellent listening and needs assessment skills and ability to consistently deliver practical solutions to complex issues. 

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.