HSE Business Partner - Northlake, IL

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Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

Summary:

Responsible for the supervision, adaptation, and continual improvement of Health, Safety, and Environmental programs, policies, and procedures for the supported portfolio. This has a pivotal role in driving the health, safety, and environmental agenda across both company-owned and third-party logistics fleets and operational facilities. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, supports risk mitigation initiatives, and fosters a culture of safety and operational excellence. Collaborate in a matrix environment to achieve standardization in compliance across all Maersk brands. Proactively support Site Leaders / Safety Champions with their HSE responsibilities by providing advice on HSE risks, incidents, control measures, and ways in which HSE performance can be improved.

Responsibilities:

• Support site Managers / Safety Champions and frontline teams to identify HSE hazards in the workplace and select controls to eliminate or reduce these (Using the hierarchy of control to select the most appropriate measures.
• Support site Managers / Safety Champions in their duty to determine the root-causes of (high potential) incidents and eliminating these, inc. the facilitation of learning teams.
• Monitor health-related concerns such as fatigue, driver working hours, and compliance with rest periods, while ensuring the availability of safe and secure rest areas along routes.
• Conduct regular safety assessments, audits, and site inspections to ensure adherence to company standards and legal requirements.
• Evaluate and ensure adequate working conditions for drivers, such as proper rest facilities, safe routes, and compliance with regulated working hours, or develop such standards where they do not exist.
• Monitor compliance tools such as Hours of Service (ELD), telematics systems, and driver monitoring devices, providing actionable insights to leadership.
• Support site leaders with HSE Committee meetings to ensure alignment of HSE initiatives and programs.
• Communicate and partner with external entities, including customers, regulatory agencies, and vendors, ensuring alignment with HSSE objectives.
• Support accident and incident investigations, ensuring that the root cause is identified, corrective actions are implemented, and lessons learned are shared across the organization.
• Facilitate compliance with APMM global HSE standards (HSE framework) and advise on legal compliance with local legislation.
• Advise site Managers / Safety Champions on the planning and organization of work, including:
• How to eliminate HSE risk through the (re-)design of workplaces and operational activities
• Elimination or reduction of risks derived from changes to the design of the workplace.
• The prevention of risks through the selection, maintenance, and condition of installations, machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Control measures needed to mitigate hazards that are present in the workplace.
• • Support site Waste Coordinators with waste management, inspections, and reporting.
• Address health risks such as driver fatigue and ensure compliance with regulations regarding working hours and rest periods.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, contingency plans, and emergency communication protocols to ensure preparedness.

Travel Time:

• 25% travel to Northlake, IL, Elwood, IL, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.

Qualifications:

• OSHA / Safety Courses.
• 2-5 Years of Hands-on Safety Experience.
• Logistics and supply chain expertise
• Qualified HSE professional or several years in HSE roles
• University degree in fields of study associated with the role (Health & Safety, Security, Risk, Crisis, etc.) or equivalent is desirable but not mandatory
• Collaborative and able to connect and create followership across a wide variety of stakeholders across geographies and levels
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and continuous improvement.
• Ability to influence and drive changes.

Company Benefits:     

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k + Company Match 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range:        

• $75,000-$85,000* 
   

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location.  The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.  
 

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