Job Requirements
Reston, VA
Clearance Unspecified Polygraph not specified
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
Salary not specified
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Job Description
The Process Safety Manager supports the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) at Misawa Air Base by managing and coordinating industrial safety programs across engineering, construction, and facility operations. This role ensures that all activities within planning, programming, design, and construction are executed in compliance with U.S. Air Force safety standards and host-nation (Japan) regulatory requirements.
Operating in a high-tempo environment supporting an ~$80–120M engineering portfolio and an ~800-person workforce, the Process Safety Manager plays a critical role in safeguarding personnel, infrastructure, and mission readiness by implementing and enforcing effective safety processes and systems.
Key Responsibilities
Industrial Safety Program Management
Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive industrial and process safety programs across CES operations
Ensure compliance with Air Force safety regulations, OSHA standards, and host-nation requirements
Monitor and evaluate safety system effectiveness and recommend improvements
Inspections & Compliance Oversight
Plan and conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across facilities and project sites
Identify hazards, deficiencies, and compliance gaps; implement corrective actions
Maintain inspection records, reports, and compliance documentation
Operational Safety Coordination
Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and contractors to integrate safety into planning, design, and construction activities
Support safe execution of infrastructure projects and facility operations
Advise leadership on safety risks and mitigation strategies
Policy Development & Documentation
Research, develop, and maintain safety manuals, handbooks, and standard operating procedures
Ensure safety documentation aligns with evolving regulations and mission requirements
Promote continuous improvement of safety processes and policies
Risk Management & Incident Prevention
Conduct hazard analyses and risk assessments to prevent incidents and ensure safe operations
Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective/preventive actions
Track safety metrics and trends to support data-driven decision-making
Program & Administrative Support
Support broader CES program management efforts including cost, schedule, and resource considerations related to safety initiatives
Assist with database input, tracking, and evaluation of safety and operational data
Contribute to reports, briefings, and leadership updates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field
5+ years of experience in industrial or process safety management
Strong knowledge of safety regulations, risk management, and compliance frameworks
Experience conducting inspections, audits, and incident investigations
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting U.S. Air Force, DoD, or large-scale government infrastructure programs
Professional certifications (e.g., CSP, ASP, CHST, or equivalent)
Familiarity with construction safety and engineering operations
Knowledge of host-nation (Japan) safety and regulatory standards
Experience with safety management systems and data tracking tools
Operating in a high-tempo environment supporting an ~$80–120M engineering portfolio and an ~800-person workforce, the Process Safety Manager plays a critical role in safeguarding personnel, infrastructure, and mission readiness by implementing and enforcing effective safety processes and systems.
Key Responsibilities
Industrial Safety Program Management
Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive industrial and process safety programs across CES operations
Ensure compliance with Air Force safety regulations, OSHA standards, and host-nation requirements
Monitor and evaluate safety system effectiveness and recommend improvements
Inspections & Compliance Oversight
Plan and conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across facilities and project sites
Identify hazards, deficiencies, and compliance gaps; implement corrective actions
Maintain inspection records, reports, and compliance documentation
Operational Safety Coordination
Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and contractors to integrate safety into planning, design, and construction activities
Support safe execution of infrastructure projects and facility operations
Advise leadership on safety risks and mitigation strategies
Policy Development & Documentation
Research, develop, and maintain safety manuals, handbooks, and standard operating procedures
Ensure safety documentation aligns with evolving regulations and mission requirements
Promote continuous improvement of safety processes and policies
Risk Management & Incident Prevention
Conduct hazard analyses and risk assessments to prevent incidents and ensure safe operations
Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective/preventive actions
Track safety metrics and trends to support data-driven decision-making
Program & Administrative Support
Support broader CES program management efforts including cost, schedule, and resource considerations related to safety initiatives
Assist with database input, tracking, and evaluation of safety and operational data
Contribute to reports, briefings, and leadership updates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field
5+ years of experience in industrial or process safety management
Strong knowledge of safety regulations, risk management, and compliance frameworks
Experience conducting inspections, audits, and incident investigations
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting U.S. Air Force, DoD, or large-scale government infrastructure programs
Professional certifications (e.g., CSP, ASP, CHST, or equivalent)
Familiarity with construction safety and engineering operations
Knowledge of host-nation (Japan) safety and regulatory standards
Experience with safety management systems and data tracking tools
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