Manager, Industrial Hygiene

Location:

Aiken, SC, US

The Industrial Hygiene Program Manager will support the managers and employees in implementing programs and procedures towards continuous improvements and excellence in health, safety, security and environmental performance. This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. Applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

• Perform physical, biological, and chemical hazard assessments and ensure compliance with relevant procedures, programs, standards, and/or regulations
• Determine appropriate sampling equipment and sampling methods
• Perform IH‑related field sampling and testing of physical, biological and chemical stressors, including but not limited to asbestos, silica, lead, mercury, mold, noise, non‑ionizing radiation, and extreme temperature
• Recommend implementing and monitoring required engineering controls, work practices, personal protective equipment and respirators to eliminate or reduce physical, biological and chemical exposures
• Perform Confined Space Initial Hazard Assessments/Confined Space Entry Surveys and ensure surveys comply with the relevant analytical and interpretation documentation
• Arrange and/or perform compressor and breathing air quality surveys (direct reading instruments and analytical techniques), and ventilation surveys including fume hood testing
• Provide line managers and employees with survey reports indicating the results, field observations and recommendations (control measures, PPE and respiratory protection needs if relevant)
• Provide additional support to facilities on IH‑related matters as required
• Act as the liaison with internal customers and contractors to ensure IH needs are addressed and met
• Support the implementation of IH policies, programs and procedures
• Assist in the development and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets, chemical inventories and exposure databases
• Operate and maintain IH sampling equipment including calibration, service and repair
• Develop communications, conduct training sessions and deliver presentations on IH‑related subjects
• Support Integrated Work Control, including JHAs, risk reviews, work plans and permits
• Serve as the IH subject‑matter expert for designated topics
• Participate in inspections, audits and program reviews
• Compile summary information for internal reports
• Conduct research as assigned
• Collaborate effectively with other IH and OSH personnel
• Participate in internal and external training courses as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by your manager

• Minimum five years of full‑time IH experience
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, medicine or related physical and biological sciences, issued by an accredited college or university
• Familiarity with office procedures, methods and equipment, including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and databases
• Working‑level knowledge of occupational health & safety legislation relating to general operational systems, construction, waste operations, environmental remediation and demolition environments
• Experience and working knowledge of specific state regulatory requirements that affect occupational health and safety
• Knowledge of radiation protection principles is an asset

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.