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H & S Coordinators for Wind Energy Company

 

7-13-08

 

Italian installer of wind farm equipment seeks H & S Coordinators for projects throughout the U.S. 

Please send CV and questions to :

 

Ing.Alessandro Amicabile

 

2A Engineering s.r.l.

P.Za Don Todeschini 3/A

24041 Brembate Sotto (BG)

 

Tel 035 93730894

Fax 035 802347

Cell 392 4774559

Email alessandro.amicabile@2aaengineering.it

 

Loss Control Consultant, Volt Temporary Services, Orange County

 

7-11-08

 

Job Summary: The Loss Control Consultant provides advice and consultation to all divisions of VOLT in the arenas of Safety, Loss Control, Risk Assessment and Loss Prevention.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

·         The Loss Control Consultant must be able to work in a “client driven” business relationship environment. Possess an appreciation and respect for diversity. Have the ability to be an ambassador of the VOLT Safety/Loss Control Department and maintain a professional business demeanor at all times. The consultant must have the ability to build positive relationships with clients that support client retention and be sensitive to the humanistic needs of our team members. 

 

·         Investigates and provides detailed analyses of the facts surrounding incidents created by accidental injury or illness. Ability to separate the detail of an incident and determine its contributing factors, such as unsafe acts, unsafe processes, poor hygienic standards etc. Must be able to ascertain what elements of the detail of an incident were contributory to the event and provide recommendations to corporate and field management as to what proactive measures should be implemented to minimize re-occurrence.

 

·         Provides all reports, in a clear and concise manner, for all activities deemed necessary by the Director of Safety/Loss Control, including, but not limited to; Site Field Inspections, Client Safety Meetings, Specific Incidents, OSHA Inspections and others on an expedited basis.

 

·         Develop, maintain and coach the following programs; Accident and Injury Prevention, Blood Borne Pathogens, HazMat, Food Safety, including FDA and HAACP standards, Industrial Hygiene, Fire Safety, Occupational Safety, Workplace Security and others.

 

·         Analyses loss runs, claims reports, incident reports, and governmental reports and publications for opportunities to proactively minimize loss to the company. Maintain all safety related records as required by code and as deemed necessary by corporate management.

 

Knowledge of:

 

·         State and Federal Safety, environmental, health and hazardous materials codes and regulations.

·         Physical, biological and chemical safety hazards.

·         Current general industry safety standards, ergonomics.

·         Familiarization with Workers Compensation statutes, rules, regulations, ratings and  bureaus

·         Familiarization with risk assessments related to General Liability

·         Familiarization with Employment practices related to Pre-employment screenings, drug testing, etc.

·         Industry Standard Performance Metrics associated with safety and loss control

·         Microsoft Office Suites, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.

 

Skills and Experience:

 

·         Bachelors Degree from a regionally accredited College or University

·         Five to Seven Years of Multi-Unit Safety, Risk Management and/or Loss Prevention service

·         Strong Analytical and problem solving skills

·         Strong oral and written communication skills

·         Ability to think critically and creatively

·         Ability to accomplish multiple task with accuracy, timeliness and attention to detail

·         Ability to provide excellent internal and external customer service

·         Ability to coach effectively in both a peer-to-peer and peer-to-superior roles

 

This position is headquartered at the VOLT Corporate Park in Orange, California

 

Contact:  Adriana Estrada, (714) 283-7355, aestrada@volt.com

 

Career Opportunity in Emergency Preparedness

(Contract & full time positions available)  Trainer / Fire, Life & Safety Consultant / Program Management

 

6-24-08

 

We are seeking to hire a professional, relationship-oriented individual to join our team and provide our corporate clients emergency preparedness training, consulting services and program management services.   

 

Company Info:
SafetyMax Corporation is a 16-year-old San Francisco based company specializing in emergency preparedness consulting, training and supplies. Our current clients include the "Who's Who" of the Fortune 1000 and many of the leading employers in the Bay Area.   There is a tremendous need for our products and services and were in position for rapid growth.

 

Check us out at www.safetymax.com

 

Job Description:
You would be part of an internal team and assigned to several new and existing accounts.  Your primary responsibility would include writing and updating emergency response plans, consulting our clients on emergency preparedness issues and conducting training. 

 

Job Requirements:

·             Strong problem solving skills with experience writing safety and/or emergency response policy in a corporate environment.

 

·             Knowledge of all components of an emergency response plan including building evacuation, medical response, earthquake, fire, weather and other site specific risks.

 

·             Knowledge of the incident command system (ICS).

 

·             Training experience with understanding of the principals of training, education and adult learning.

 

·             Strong communications skills and a 4-year college degree.

 

·             Advanced skills in MS Office applications including power point, excel and design software.

 

Compensation:
Competitive
salary plus performance based bonus plan.

Contact:
Please E-mail your resume to jobs@safetymax.com and please include a sentence or two in your cover letter what caught your eye about this position and why you would excel at this position.

Senior EHS Technician

Reference #: SDASSE-03987

 

6-20-08

 

Amylin Pharmaceuticals, founded in 1987, is a growing biopharmaceutical company committed to improving lives through the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative medicines. Our Research and Development team has significant experience in metabolic diseases and is focused on investigating the biological actions and utilities of bioactive peptides and other compounds as potential drug candidates. Amylin has amassed significant research and clinical expertise in metabolic medicine,

including the areas of diabetes and obesity, and we’re always looking for more talented and energetic professionals with not only the requisite knowledge & experience, but also the desire and passion to help us sustain our momentum and competitive edge.

 

Currently, we have a great opportunity for a highly motivated, hands-on professional to join our team.

 

Specifically, you will:

Maintain Hazardous Waste, Infectious Waste, Radioactive Waste, and Universal Waste programs

Conduct weekly RCRA inspections of hazardous waste collection area and prepare for LQG status

Receive radioactive materials shipments and maintain the running

radioactive

Coordinate the collection and management of radioactive waste for decay and/or disposal

Manage chemical inventory and MSDS program as per relevant regulations

Organization of department records (training, manifests, audits, etc.)

Maintain accurate and precise records

Assist in the performance of health & safety audits internally for

laboratories

Follow SOP’s and necessary documentation for equipment and procedures

Participate as a member of the Emergency Response Team

Support EHS by maintaining records and filing system

Responsible for remediation of chemical, radioactive, and biohazardous spills

Practice and demonstrate awareness of all safety guidelines and

standards

Perform technical functions for all safety committees

Collect hazardous waste from laboratories, and bulk into 55-gallon drums

Segregate chemicals for lab packs

Work with hazardous waste vendors to coordinate pick-ups, prepare manifests, etc.

Support radiation safety program through collecting, surveying and

releasing waste, checking in radioactive materials packages, etc.

Conduct routine safety audits, file paper work, and perform other

functions in support of the EH&S department

 

This position requires:

 

A BA/BS in a scientific discipline with 2+ years EH&S experience in a laboratory environment

Current certification of hazardous materials and emergency response training under OSHA (29 CFR 1910.120)

A strong working knowledge of the hazardous waste regulations

PC proficiency

Excellent written/verbal communication skills

 

By “Challenging Science,” Amylin challenges conventional thinking to create innovative approaches to the discovery, development and

commercialization of novel therapies for metabolic diseases. Amylin’s