HSE Manager

Drax • Baton Rouge, LA, United States, LA, United States • 4d ago

HSE Manager
Full-time, Permanent
Location: Amite BioEnergy & Port of Baton Rouge

The Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager will provide overall management at the designated location on safety, environmental, health, risk, and other compliance issues, as well as being expected to contribute at the facility level to identify priorities and recommend solutions to support the overall business objectives. This position reports to the Vice President of HSE and partner directly with the site leadership team.

Why join Drax?

At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’re transforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to create a brighter, more sustainable future. When you join us, you’ll find:

A Clear Purpose: Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable energy, making a real difference for the planet and our communities.
Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people.
Comprehensive Benefits: From day one, you’ll receive competitive wages, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and a 401 (k) matching plan to support your financial goals. You’ll also participate in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety.
A Supportive Team: Work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. We’re a ‘can-do’ kind of place, empowering you to make informed decisions and do the right thing

Some of your day-to-day duties as an HSE Manager

Foster a “Safety First” culture with a “Zero Harm” mindset.
Support and implement the company safety culture, policies, and procedures
Oversee risk assessment and risk mitigation measures on-site and before commencement of projects
Undertake corrective and preventive measures to ensure a proper environment and health for the organization’s sites
Create proposals for corrective or preventive measures, and investigate, analyze, and regularly review accidents or near misses within the organization
Through strong leadership and example, ensure that the company’s Safety policies are met at site level
Ensures that work safety permits are enforced as necessary at all sites
Ensure employees are properly informed about the working, environmental and safety policies of the organization.
Encourages teamwork at all levels of the organization, particularly across functions, and empowers individuals to contribute
Foster an environment of data-driven continuous improvement for all aspects of the departments.
Engage all department employees in safety issues and set high personal standards through a highly visible, hands-on management style
Through written policy and procedures, ensure that regular emergency response is effective and that managers and employees are always prepared,
Manage key external interfaces including prime responsibility for OSHA, consultants, legislation and where appropriate local community representatives
Maintain safety statistics and create reports that reflect the performance of the site to relevant parties such as upper management
Responsible for the implementation of DBI Safety policy and safety documentation at designated location
In concert with the VP of HSE, responsible for driving continuous improvements in safety performance across designated location
Assists in the development of DBI management systems and partnering with the site team develop site level risk assessments and operating procedures.
Coordinates with operations, engineering & maintenance departments; interfaces with HR concerning Health policy development and implementation
Responsible for adherence to budgeted financial management/controls of all safety activities

Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:

Min of 10 years in a safety management role.
A Bachelor’s degree in fields such as safety/environmental sciences, occupational health and safety management, environmental health, environmental engineering or public health is preferred
One to two years’ experience in operations, maintenance and engineering
A credible strong leader with the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization
Strong team working ethic with the ability to travel between sites and respond during off hours in the event of an incident onsite.
The ability to climb ladders, stairs, and work outside in all environments.
Experience conducting varies training classes
Ability to mentor, coach, encourage, hold people accountable and set high standards in all aspects of the department’s work
Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply sound business and commercial knowledge in the production arena.
The ability to develop technical documents
Certification by OSHA is a plus

How we act at Drax:

Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:

We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals.
We’re a can-do kind of place: We’re empowered to make informed decisions and do what’s right.
We see things differently: We share insights, search for new ideas, and innovate.
We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued.
We do what we say we’ll do: We are proactive, committed, and reliable.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.

Curious to learn more about us? We recommend you connect with us onLinkedIn for more insights.

The Drax Talent Acquisition team will never use third-party apps to make job offers. The recruitment process with Drax will always include at least one face-to-face interview, either in person or via an online video call, as well as several phone conversations. Drax will never ask you to download apps to enter timesheet details or ask you to purchase your own IT equipment.

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