Overview

The Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s health, safety, and environmental programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and company standards. This role focuses on fostering a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. The HSE Manager works closely with management, employees, and external agencies to minimize risks, prevent incidents, and promote a safe and sustainable work environment. This position is critical to ensuring the safety and well-being of employees, the protection of the environment, and the company’s compliance with all HSE requirements.

Responsibilities

Summary:

The Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Manager for Alaska is responsible for ensuring the organization’s compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards while addressing the unique regulatory and operational challenges of Alaska. This role involves managing relationships with state and federal agencies, such as ADEC, EPA, USCG, and Alaska Chadux Network, while promoting a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. The HSE Manager collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders to mitigate risks, prevent incidents, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

• Conduct regular risk assessments, safety audits, and inspections to identify and mitigate hazards.

• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning.

• Coordinate HSE training programs to ensure all employees are knowledgeable about safety protocols and environmental compliance.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards.

• Prepare and submit required environmental and safety reports to regulatory agencies. State of Alaska (ADEC), USCG, ABS (American Bureau of Shipping)

• Promote a culture of safety and environmental awareness through engagement and communication initiatives. Control of Work Processes.

• Collaborate with operations teams to integrate HSE considerations into daily activities and project planning. Dry-Dock Shipyards.

• This position is critical to ensuring the safety and well-being of employees, the protection of the environment, and the company’s compliance with all HSE requirements.

Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:

• Comprehensive understanding of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation regulations and requirements.

• Expertise in federal environmental and safety standards enforced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG).

• Familiarity with Alaska Chadux Network standards and other regional maritime environmental protection programs.

• Proven ability to navigate state and federal regulatory landscapes, ensuring compliance and fostering strong relationships with oversight agencies.

• Experience in incident response planning and coordination in line with Alaska-specific protocols.

• Strong background in risk management, including environmental impact assessments and hazardous material handling in remote and challenging conditions.

• Skilled in developing and implementing safety and environmental management systems tailored to Alaska’s unique operational environments.

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Safety Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Proven experience in HSE management within industrial, maritime, or transportation sectors is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Demands:

Office Environment:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Regular use of office equipment, including computers, phones, and printers.

• Occasional need to lift and carry office supplies or documents, typically up to 20 pounds.

• Ability to attend and lead meetings, including virtual and in-person sessions.

• Field Environment:

• Frequent walking, standing, and climbing to inspect facilities, equipment, or vessels.

• Ability to navigate uneven terrain, confined spaces, or elevated areas during site inspections.

• Exposure to varying weather conditions and environments, including hot, cold, wet, or noisy settings.

• Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed boots.

• Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of materials or equipment, potentially up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to react quickly to emergencies or hazardous situations requiring agility and alertness.

Overall Requirements:

• Strong physical stamina and the ability to balance time between office and field environments.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2024-21957

Category Health & Safety

Location : Location US-AK-Anchorage

Travel Requirement Less than 10%