Unit Description:

Sodexo is currently Seeking a talented Safety and Training Manager to oversee our safety compliance and training programs at Millard Public Schools. 

In partnership with Human Resources and department leaders, this role supports approximately 400 MPS Facilities and Food Service employees in 38 buildings spanning a large school district.  The Safety and Training Manager will identify and monitor safety and training needs district-wide, and design, plan, and implement programs, policies, and procedures to fulfill those needs; conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance and foster a “zero harm” culture; and support the goals of multiple stakeholders concurrently. 

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure a safe work environment at client sites by providing HS&E and/or Quality Assurance consultation. This role drives a safety culture at the site level. Ensures legal compliance to all Federal, State and Local regulations.

Our ideal candidate is a self-starter who adapts well to change and possesses technical expertise and a hunger for learning and teaching others.  Proactivity is key in this role.  Must be quick to identify trends, deficiencies, and opportunities and collaborate with the team to develop and execute solutions.  Looking for someone who loves to present and is willing to become our safety EXPERT, dedicated to making our workplace accident-free and developing our employees to be their best.  If you are a proven LEADER with relevant experience and a passion for employee safety, engagement, and proficiency, please apply to join our team.  We can’t wait to meet you! 

Primary Responsibilities:

Reviews and modifies/enhances existing safety and training programs and develops and implements new programs to suit department needs and meet MPS/Sodexo requirements

Conducts or facilitates required and recommended training sessions

Conducts safety meetings, audits, and inspections; ensures overall compliance

Plans, implements, and maintains preventative care, safety, and compliance programs

Collaborates with management to develop an Emergency Action Plan and serve as primary contact for incident notification, investigation, and case management

Maintains safety, inspection, and audit data

Functions as a key member of the Work Comp team:Conducts incident investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions

Analyzes data and prepares/facilitates relevant training to address trends and concerns

Ensures that training materials and programs are current, accurate, and effective

Delivers engaging training sessions both onsite and through varied electronic applications

Collaborates with managers, vendors, and third-party training providers to arrange onsite and external training opportunities for Sodexo and MPS employees

Ensures that training milestones and goals are met while adhering to approved budgets

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient presentation skills.

Strong technical abilities to develop and deliver engaging content across varied applications

Thorough understanding of training processes

Ability to moderate large groups

Extremely organized and detail-oriented

Proactive safety mindset

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite. Experience with Prezi, Mentimeter, Smore, and Blackboard or like applications is desired.

What We Offer:

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Basic Education Requirement - Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 2 years

Basic Functional Experience - 2 years of related experience

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.