Environmental Health and Safety Officer (Finance)
About Us:
Welcome aboard the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority team, where our work environment resembles a well-oiled aviation crew. As operators of the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, we connect central and eastern North Carolina to people and places that matter the most, serving 14.5 million passengers in 2023 and supporting over 85,000 local and regional jobs with a $17 billion annual economic impact. Here, accountability and collaboration are our navigational beacons, guiding us through every task with precision and teamwork. Picture yourself as a vital member of our crew, each role crucial to ensuring smooth operations and safe passage for all. Like a pre-flight checklist, we take workplace safety seriously, conducting thorough pre-hire drug, background, and fingerprint checks to ensure a secure environment for every team member. Whether you're stationed indoors, orchestrating behind the scenes, or outdoors, feeling the rush of the runway, you'll find a supportive atmosphere where your contributions make a real difference. We are committed to delivering excellent airport services, state-of-the-art facilities, and unparalleled customer service, earning a Top Five ranking in passenger satisfaction among large North American Airports in a 2023 J.D. Power survey. At RDU, we believe in investing in our people with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time positions, including professional growth and development opportunities. Join us in this high-flying adventure where accountability, collaboration, and safety are the wings that propel us toward success—watch your career soar with RDU!
About You:
You embody core values that will play a pivotal role in connecting our community to places and the people who matter most. Your commitment to continuous learning will drive innovation and growth, while your unwavering integrity ensures that our brand remains trustworthy and reputable. Your respect for colleagues and clients alike fosters a collaborative and positive environment. Your dedication to excellence in every task you undertake will elevate our brand's standards. Lastly, your team spirit will unite our efforts and amplify our collective success.
About the Role:
Are you ready to take the controls and help keep RDU's fueling operations flying safely and efficiently?
As the Environmental Health and Safety Officer for our Maintenance and Fueling Systems Department, you'll serve as our ground control for all things safety, environmental compliance, and training. You'll be responsible for developing, implementing, and inspecting programs that ensure our fuel handling operations, equipment, and facilities meet the highest standards.
You'll conduct regular walk-throughs—our version of a safety pre-flight—ensuring every fueling process is smooth, compliant, and ready for takeoff. You'll also guide and inspect the performance of fuel maintenance and operations personnel, ensuring everyone follows proper protocols with precision and care.
If you're passionate about safety, thrive in a high-stakes environment, and want to make an impact where every detail matters, it's time to join the Raleigh Durham Airport Authority.
Compensation:
- Maximum - Based on experience
- Minimum - $58,027
What You'll Do:
- Conducts periodic inspections of departmental areas and other buildings to assist in identifying and resolving hazards that might cause employee or customer injury. Conducts refresher FAA FAR 139 Fire Safety and site-specific Hazard Communication training. Analyzes and evaluates existing jobs, processes, products, and systems to determine the existence of hazards.
- Conducts and documents quarterly internal inspections and spot checks on employees, facilities, and equipment for both the fuel facility and the maintenance complex in accordance with all applicable regulations, guidelines, and standards listed in the department's operating manual.
- Conducts monthly Fuel Building Walk-thru Inspection
- Assists the Fuel Systems Manager in developing, implementing, reviewing, and inspecting the environmental, safety, and training programs involving fuel handling operations, equipment, facilities, and personnel.
- Schedules employee fuel-related training; reviews and documents the appropriate records for employees who have completed training requirements; and monitors employee qualification status.
- Conducts initial/quarterly external inspections on all into-plane vendor fueling equipment to ensure that they meet RDUAA requirements for safety and equipment type.
- Conducts Fuel Storage quality audits with all airline representatives and FAA personnel. Reviews all airlines, Federal Aviation Administration, NC Department of Natural Resources, and OSHA websites for changes/updates pertaining to fuel environment.
What You Need:
Education:
Required:
- Associate degree in fuels, safety training, environmental, or other relevant field OR equivalent relevant experience.
Experience:
Required:
- 3 years of experience in fuel compliance, safety, and training, fuel audit, or related field.
Preferred:
- 5 years of experience in fuel compliance, safety, and training, fuel audit, or related field.
Licenses or Certifications:
Required:
- Current and valid driver's license.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to successfully pass a color-blind test
RDU Benefits:
At the Authority, we appreciate you and care about your health, happiness, and future. Our benefits start on day one, including medical, dental, vision, tuition assistance, employee discounts, and perks like an on-site gym, a dedicated wellness team, and frequent company and team outings. For a full list of benefit offerings, check out the RDU.com Careers Page
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