HSE Manager

Description:

Kanawha Scales & Systems, a division of American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading Industrial Weighing solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people.

We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions.

The HSE Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance and initiatives within our scale division. This role ensures the safety of our employees, clients, and vendors by developing, implementing, and maintaining effective HSE programs, policies, and training. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, field-oriented, and committed to fostering a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Conduct regular site and field safety audits at customer and company locations to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning.
• Manage and track safety metrics, KPIs, and reporting requirements.
• Conduct and coordinate safety training, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and manage inspections.
• Collaborate with Operations, HR, and Field Technicians to support safe work practices, PPE compliance, and equipment safety.
• Maintain SDS documentation and chemical management protocols.
• Develop emergency response plans and ensure readiness through drills and preparedness initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement through behavior-based safety programs and employee engagement.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor safety compliance on projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of HSE experience, preferably in industrial services, field maintenance, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, DOT compliance, and risk assessment tools.
• HAZWOPER, First Aid/CPR, or other relevant certifications (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and incident tracking/reporting software.
• Ability to travel to job sites and work in field conditions as needed.

Key Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Field safety presence and hands-on mentality
• Analytical and data-driven problem-solving
• Organizational and documentation proficiency

Working Conditions:

• Field and shop environments; occasional exposure to heavy equipment and weather elements.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and wear appropriate PPE.
• Travel to customer sites and company branches as required.

This is a full-time onsite position; 8-hour days, Monday through Friday, with occasional travel.

American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers' overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, automated systems, system modernizations and training. American Equipment Holdings is one the largest and fastest growing companies in our space with more than 800 dedicated team members that serve thousands of customers throughout the United States.

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Requirements:

Compensation details: 90000-120000 Yearly Salary

PId059cebfa5f9-30210-37900609

Location: Poca, West Virginia, US

Posted Date: 6/24/2025