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Job Requisition:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Create, manage and lead the deployment of C&W’s EH&S programs across the US, to ensure safety is part of day-to-day operations at each site within the Asset Services
• Effectively communicate C&W’s safety culture and operating philosophies
• Assist in the identification of possible losses; evaluate the risk in such loss exposure; develop and implement a plan to correct or prevent a loss; and audit the plan to ensure its effectiveness
• Maintain and update as needed SOP’s for all safe work practices and equipment and utilize them in the day to day training
• Ensure inspections by regulatory agencies are coordinated and deficiencies minimized and corrected. Coordinate with Regional Engineering Leaders and site management on deficiencies and monthly safety inspections
• Maintain all logs and documentation associated with permits and regulatory requirements
• Review accidents and incidents which occur in the area of responsibility and conduct field audits, report and manage the corrective actions
• Support Workers Compensation (WC) claims tracking, investigation, and management process
• Liaise with WC Program Manager and benefits group on all aspects of injury management and rehabilitation
• Support compliance with all EH&S record keeping requirements, including corporate and regulatory compliance/program documentation, e.g., auditing, training, medical, and OSHA records
• Participate in site inspections and third-party audits to assure/verify regional compliance with Federal, State and local laws and regulations
• Travel to corporate and management offices as required
• Develop, maintain, and ensure the online safety training platform meets industry standards and OSHA requirements
• Collaborate with other service lines and global EH&S to implement programs and initiatives employed across C&W
• Review Policies & Procedures process specific to EH&S, as well as support sites in preparation of their manuals for Emergency Procedures and Tenant Emergency Procedures
• Develop standards and processes related to common environmental issues in commercial buildings such as asbestos, fuel oil storage tank management, indoor air quality, mold remediation and water intrusion
• Attend new business presentations to discuss relevant EH&S topics

KEY COMPETENCIES
1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
2. Negotiation Skills
3. Organization Skills
4. Time Management Skills
5. Problem Solving/Analysis
6. Initiative

IMPORTANT EDUCATION
• BA/BS in Safety, Engineering or related sciences preferred

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
• 5+ years’ experience in Environmental Health and Safety

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
• Safety Certification (CSP or CIH) preferred
• Demonstrable success in Systems Management across multiple accounts/sites
• Subject Matter Expertise in EHS and relevant US Standards
• Well versed in OH&S legislation and regulation
• Well-developed research and report writing skills
• Sound Investigative and Auditing skills supported by formal training

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The PHYSICAL DEMANDS described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 85% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.
We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.