Environmental, Health & Safety Associate II

Job Details: Job Location: ERD - Sarasota, FL, Position Type: Full Time Regular, Salary Range: $95000.00 - $115000.00Salary/year, Job Category: Operational/ERD, Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety Associate II

Reports to: Corporate Safety Manager

About Ceres Environmental Operations

Ceres Environmental Operations (CEO) is a leader in crisis management, rapid response, and disaster recovery, committed to rebuilding stronger, safer communities. We specialize in emergency response, environmental services, planning and consulting, including debris removal, logistics, debris management, demolition, recycling, forest management, and coastal and marine restoration. As a licensed general contractor, we offer unparalleled expertise to restore stability where it is needed most.

Driven by Purpose, Powered by People

At CEO, we believe you're more than just an employee; you're part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Every team member plays a vital role in restoring hope and helping communities recover and rebuild.

We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture built on resilience and teamwork. If you show up with compassion, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you'll fit right in. We don't just respond to challenges; we rise to them.

What We Are Looking For

Ceres Environmental Operations seeks an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Associate II to lead company-wide safety initiatives and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, Tribal, and client safety requirements. This position serves as a department leader responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive safety programs that protect employees, subcontractors, facilities, equipment, and the public.

This role provides strategic leadership and guidance to operational teams in regard to safety related programs and processes meant to prevent injuries, fires, or other workplace accidents. Success in this role will be measured through improved safety performance metrics, reduced incidents and injuries, enhanced regulatory compliance, effective safety training programs, and the continued development of a proactive safety culture across all operations.

What You Will Do

Lead, develop, implement, and maintain company-wide health and safety programs, policies, procedures, and strategies.
Supervise Safety Supervisors and safety personnel responsible for implementing safety-related programs and accident prevention initiatives.
Assess workplace and project-site hazards and recommend appropriate corrective actions and mitigation measures.
Conduct and oversee regular safety inspections, audits, and job hazard analyses to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Investigate accidents, incidents, injuries, and near-miss events; determine root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions.
Prepare and submit accident reports in accordance with OSHA, client, and regulatory requirements.
Develop, coordinate, and evaluate safety training programs covering safe work practices, equipment operations, emergency procedures, and regulatory compliance.
Monitor the effectiveness of safety programs and recommend modifications to improve organizational safety performance.
Ensure the availability, maintenance, and proper use of safety equipment, PPE, and emergency response resources.
Collaborate with operations, project management, and leadership teams to integrate safety practices into daily operations.
Respond to employee safety concerns and provide guidance to improve overall safety compliance and performance.
Support emergency preparedness and response efforts, including evacuation plans, incident response procedures, and crisis management protocols.
Monitor and communicate changes to OSHA, EPA, Tribal, federal, state, and local safety regulations.
Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, insurance providers, safety organizations, and client representatives.
Promote and maintain a culture of safety excellence throughout the organization.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Management, Environmental Science, or a related field. Equivalent certifications and experience may be considered.
10 or more years of experience in occupational health and safety management, construction safety, environmental services, disaster response, or related industries.
OSHA 30 Certification.
OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510 Certification.
HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification.
EM-385-1-1 Certification.
Current First Aid/CPR Certification.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, Tribal, federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards.
Proven ability to build collaborative relationships, foster teamwork, and influence employees at all organizational levels.
Strong oral and written communication, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated expertise in safety auditing, hazard recognition, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
Strong attention to detail and ability to enforce safety procedures and protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST).
Occupational Health & Safety Technician (OHST).
Certified Safety Manager (CSM).
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).
Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS).
USACE EM-385 1-1 (2024 Update) Certification.
Experience working with Tribal Nations and knowledge of Tribal safety laws and regulations.
Bilingual language skills.
Experience supporting federal contracts, disaster recovery operations, environmental remediation, or emergency response projects.

What to Expect

This role combines field-based safety leadership with strategic program management responsibilities. The Safety Manager routinely travels to project locations, construction sites, debris management operations, environmental remediation projects, and disaster recovery sites to evaluate safety performance, conduct inspections, support project teams, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

The work environment is fast-paced and often involves changing priorities, emergency response activities, and coordination with multiple stakeholders. The successful candidate will spend time both in the field and in office settings conducting audits, reviewing reports, delivering training, investigating incidents, and developing safety initiatives. Travel, extended work hours, and occasional emergency deployments may be required depending on operational needs.

Physical Requirements and Environment

Ceres provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law. The physical requirements listed below reflect the essential functions of this role.

Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and traverse active project sites for extended periods.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Willingness to wear PPE including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, high-visibility clothing, and steel-toed boots.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, extreme temperatures, elevated spaces, confined spaces, construction environments, and disaster-affected areas.
Ability to travel extensively to project sites and operational locations.
Exposure to mechanical equipment, airborne particles, noise, vibration, and other field hazards.
Commitment to following safety standards and protocols.

Why Join CEO?

At CEO, you won't just have a job, you'll have a mission. Your work will directly impact the safety of employees and the success of projects that help communities recover after disasters.

We offer:

A collaborative, mission-driven culture.
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Exposure to high-impact projects across the United States.
The opportunity to make a lasting difference for communities and employees.
Competitive compensation and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ceres Environmental Operations is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Ceres does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position unless stated otherwise.

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