Environmental, Health Safety; EHS Manager

Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Manager

Join Aertssen Logistics USA Inc. as an Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Manager to develop, implement, and maintain safety and environmental programs in a heavy machinery logistics environment.

Base Pay Range: $65,000 – $95,000 per year

Location: Rincon, GA

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, 100% Onsite

Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Eastern Time

Aertssen Logistics is a logistics and warehouse provider for heavy machinery. The EHS Manager promotes a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across all operations, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and company standards. The role includes EHS policy development, incident investigation, training, and facility maintenance tasks.

• Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies, procedures, training programs, and compliance with PPE requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and track corrective measures.
• Coordinate emergency response plans, safety drills, and first-aid readiness.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.
• Manage the facility's Emergency Response Plan and conduct tabletop tests.
• Conduct weekly safety walks and document findings.
• Initiate safety awareness programs in collaboration with HQ Europe.

• Monitor environmental aspects and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Maintain records of hazardous waste discharge and employee exposure.
• Collaborate with sustainability teams to achieve environmental goals.

• Prepare and deliver training on workplace safety, emergency procedures, and environmental awareness.
• Conduct employee standup meetings and safety introductions for new hires.
• Promote employee engagement through campaigns, meetings, and recognition programs.
• Responsible the safety induction of on-site contractors.

• Advise leadership and operational teams on EHS matters.
• Participate in safety committees and direct management reviews.
• Collaborate with the EHS team at Aertssen Belgium to benchmark and share best practices.
• Develop and maintain safety and environmental performance metrics and KPIs.
• Ensure completion of required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.

• Proactive promotion of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training and lead safety initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and safety apps such as Driven by Safety.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and supervisory skills.
• Encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong ability to assess risks and develop solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety, Safety Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field (Master’s degree desirable).
• 3–5 years of experience in EHS management within logistics, warehouse, or industrial environments.
• Health and safety certification required.
• Certifications such as CSP, CHST, OSHA 10- or OSHA 30-Hour are preferred.
• Ability to travel throughout facilities to conduct safety inspections.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50lbs and work in confined spaces and at heights up to 30 feet.

People, Power, and Passion to Build On. A high-output, operations-driven environment where decisions move quickly and leadership is deeply engaged in the day-to-day business.

• Opportunity to make a real impact in a high-volume, startup-like environment.
• Be part of a diverse, international organization with a strong operational focus.
• Work alongside dedicated and hardworking team members who value collaboration and accountability.

Aertssen Logistics USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates who receive a written offer must be able to pass a drug test and background check. Aertssen Logistics USA, Inc. has established an alternative dispute resolution program that involves binding arbitration to resolve legal disputes that may arise out of the application or employment context.