Title:

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager

Who We Are

KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community (IC), NASA and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity.  KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

The Mission Ahead

This role is with KBR’s Government Solutions U.S. division.  At KBR Government Solutions, we don't just envision a world that's safer, more secure, and sustainable - we create it. Our legacy of delivering advanced full life cycle professional and technical solutions is matched only by our commitment to operational readiness and innovation. As stewards of critical missions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other key federal entities, we excel in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. United in our quest for excellence, KBR stands at the vanguard, ready to transform possibilities into impactful realities for a better tomorrow.

Who You Are

As a highly motivated EHS Manager, you will lead a dynamic team in managing EHS program activities. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for aligning the EHS program with the Government Environmental Safety Management System (ESMS).  The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of US Government and Host Nation guidance and bilateral agreements on environmental protection as well as occupational health safety principles.

An adept leader, you're no stranger to navigating large-scale projects with finesse. Your expertise in resource management, strategic planning, and process improvement is surpassed only by your commitment to balancing stakeholder expectations with concrete business outcomes. Your eye for compliance and your strategic mindset ensures that each contractual requirement is not just met but exceeded. As a navigator of complexity, you are prepared to architect the integration of project data, optimize resource allocation, and achieve operational excellence across the board.

This role will be located in Alice Springs, Australia at a 4,400-acre facility with approximately 687,000 square feet of mission and support space.  The EHS Manager will be expected to travel between our facilities in Alice Springs and the local area.  This position is expected to be onsite 100%.

What You’ll Do

As the EHS Manager, you will:

• Develop & Implement environment, health and safety policies and procedures consistent with the Government ESMS
• Stay apprised of legislative changes in the US and Host Nation that may affect the Government EHS program and report, document and, implement changes
• Develop, maintain and disseminate general safety guidance to the Government workforce
• Develop, maintain and implement Occupational Health and Safety programs to identify, monitor and correct any physical, chemical or biological hazards
• Develop and maintain an EHS Induction and Safety Awareness Training Program for the entire workforce
• Prepare appropriate environmental management documentation to maintain compliance as required by the current Host Nation Department of Defense issued Environmental Assessment Report and Heritage Environmental Assessment Report
• Develop, maintain, and implement all site environmental procedures, plans, and programs; coordinate environmental management activities of all contractors working on site, and report significant concerns and deficiencies
• Manage the operational compliance of EHS responsibilities
• Promote EHS performance improvement
• Conducting audits and incident investigations
• Lead the investigations of serious accidents or incidents having the potential for serious consequences, facilitate root cause analysis evaluation
• Audit ESH compliance, training, and record keeping
• Coordination and supervision of EHS activities on site
• Provide guidance and training in EHS matters to the Environmental Safety Officer

Qualifications:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated CI polygraph, or Host Nation TS/PV clearance
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience managing similar projects of size, scope and complexity
• Minimum of two (2) consecutive years of supervisory experience in Environmental Health and Safety Management
• Understanding of US and Host Nation bilateral agreements governing EHS
• Experience providing high-quality customer service
• Ability to maximize technical, performance, and operational efficiencies and minimize lifecycle costs
• Ability to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with a 24/7/365 operational environment

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

We Deliver – Together.

BENEFITS

KBR offers a best-in-class total compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We also support career advancement through professional training and development. Learn more about our benefits.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.