Gordon Food Service
Overview
Health, Safety, Environmental Manager at Gordon Food Service. This role partners with leaders, reinforces a safety culture, and drives safety across the division. You will blend strategic business partnership with hands-on HSE leadership to develop and implement initiatives that meet operational goals while protecting employees, analyzing risks, and ensuring compliance. What You’ll Do
Be a Strategic HSE Partner: provide guidance and technical expertise to ensure continuous compliance with all relevant regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT; manage HSE risks by conducting risk assessments and job hazard analyses. Create Connections & Build Culture: lead safety committees and collaborate with leadership and employees to communicate safety initiatives; design and implement safety training programs for employees and management. Drive Compliance & Growth: manage all aspects of environmental compliance, including permits and regulatory reporting; interface with regulatory bodies and stay informed about regulatory changes. Drive Analytics & Results: oversee incident reporting and investigations, ensure thorough documentation and timely corrective actions; analyze data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations for process improvements. What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational/Environmental Health & Safety or a related field. Minimum of eight years of direct experience with standard HSE concepts and practices. Extensive OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge (required). 30-hour OSHA training (required). First Aid / AED / CPR Certification (required). Process Safety Management and Arc Flash Certification (required). CSP or other HSE certifications (preferred). Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and problem-solving skills; a people-first mindset and a passion for creating a safe workplace. Position Summary
Performs professional-level health, safety, and environmental duties in risk analysis, compliance management, incident investigation, training, policy implementation, and regulatory reporting. Works with division leaders to provide services for a designated geographic region and shared services. Essential Functions
Serve as the liaison/HSE business partner between various teams and the division; understand the business. Provide guidance and technical expertise to ensure continuous compliance with regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT). Oversee or participate in events including training, wellness, orientation, and other division HR events. Educate leadership on safety best practices; provide data-driven insights on safety metrics; coach employees and managers on safety issues; respond to and investigate complaints. Promote and educate on Gordon Food Service safety initiatives; facilitate training and monitor required safety training and development for completion. Manage all aspects of environmental compliance, including permits and regulatory reporting; interface with regulatory bodies and stay informed about regulatory changes. Develop and implement HSE programs tailored to the division’s needs. Analyze data to identify trends and root causes; make data-driven recommendations for process improvements. This position works with limited supervision and may instruct and check the work of others. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills. Thorough understanding of Gordon Food Service culture, policies, and employment-related laws and regulations. Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Ability to develop solutions to problems of moderate scope and complexity; refers to policies and practices for guidance. Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, email, and HRIS software. Knowledge of general office equipment. Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational/Environmental Health & Safety or a related field (required). Advanced degree (preferred). Minimum of eight years of direct experience with standard HSE concepts and practices. Extensive OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge (required). 30-hour OSHA training (required). Valid, unrestricted State Driver’s License (required). First Aid / AED / CPR Certification (required). Process Safety Management and Arc Flash Certification (required). CSP or other HSE certifications (preferred). Smith System Certification (preferred). Equal Employment Opportunity
is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com with the words “Accommodation Request” in the subject line. Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free, and the company is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests. Location & Compensation
Miami, FL — $85,000.00–$100,000.00
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Health, Safety, Environmental Manager at Gordon Food Service. This role partners with leaders, reinforces a safety culture, and drives safety across the division. You will blend strategic business partnership with hands-on HSE leadership to develop and implement initiatives that meet operational goals while protecting employees, analyzing risks, and ensuring compliance. What You’ll Do
Be a Strategic HSE Partner: provide guidance and technical expertise to ensure continuous compliance with all relevant regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT; manage HSE risks by conducting risk assessments and job hazard analyses. Create Connections & Build Culture: lead safety committees and collaborate with leadership and employees to communicate safety initiatives; design and implement safety training programs for employees and management. Drive Compliance & Growth: manage all aspects of environmental compliance, including permits and regulatory reporting; interface with regulatory bodies and stay informed about regulatory changes. Drive Analytics & Results: oversee incident reporting and investigations, ensure thorough documentation and timely corrective actions; analyze data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations for process improvements. What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational/Environmental Health & Safety or a related field. Minimum of eight years of direct experience with standard HSE concepts and practices. Extensive OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge (required). 30-hour OSHA training (required). First Aid / AED / CPR Certification (required). Process Safety Management and Arc Flash Certification (required). CSP or other HSE certifications (preferred). Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and problem-solving skills; a people-first mindset and a passion for creating a safe workplace. Position Summary
Performs professional-level health, safety, and environmental duties in risk analysis, compliance management, incident investigation, training, policy implementation, and regulatory reporting. Works with division leaders to provide services for a designated geographic region and shared services. Essential Functions
Serve as the liaison/HSE business partner between various teams and the division; understand the business. Provide guidance and technical expertise to ensure continuous compliance with regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT). Oversee or participate in events including training, wellness, orientation, and other division HR events. Educate leadership on safety best practices; provide data-driven insights on safety metrics; coach employees and managers on safety issues; respond to and investigate complaints. Promote and educate on Gordon Food Service safety initiatives; facilitate training and monitor required safety training and development for completion. Manage all aspects of environmental compliance, including permits and regulatory reporting; interface with regulatory bodies and stay informed about regulatory changes. Develop and implement HSE programs tailored to the division’s needs. Analyze data to identify trends and root causes; make data-driven recommendations for process improvements. This position works with limited supervision and may instruct and check the work of others. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills. Thorough understanding of Gordon Food Service culture, policies, and employment-related laws and regulations. Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Ability to develop solutions to problems of moderate scope and complexity; refers to policies and practices for guidance. Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, email, and HRIS software. Knowledge of general office equipment. Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational/Environmental Health & Safety or a related field (required). Advanced degree (preferred). Minimum of eight years of direct experience with standard HSE concepts and practices. Extensive OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge (required). 30-hour OSHA training (required). Valid, unrestricted State Driver’s License (required). First Aid / AED / CPR Certification (required). Process Safety Management and Arc Flash Certification (required). CSP or other HSE certifications (preferred). Smith System Certification (preferred). Equal Employment Opportunity
is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com with the words “Accommodation Request” in the subject line. Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free, and the company is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests. Location & Compensation
Miami, FL — $85,000.00–$100,000.00
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