Health & Safety Director

Position Summary

The Health & Safety (H&S) Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive H&S strategies, systems, and programs across all of Amp Americas' operations. This role will ensure compliance with relevant safety and environmental regulations, operating permits, and reporting requirements while fostering a culture of health and safety stewardship throughout the organization. The Director of H&S will drive continuous improvement in H&S performance and support the company's growth in the renewable natural gas (RNG) industry. This position will report to the Chief Operating Officer on an interim basis and work closely with the VP of Operations, the VP of Engineering and the VP of Project Delivery to ensure an independent line of communication to the executive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute H&S strategies aligned with Amp Americas' business objectives and industry best practices
• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of H&S policies, procedures, and management systems
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local H&S regulations across Amp Americas' facilities
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate H&S considerations into business decisions and growth strategies
• Develop and manage the H&S budget, allocating resources effectively to support safety
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the implementation of corrective actions
• Coordinate with the Operations Division Trainer to ensure H&S principles are integrated into operator training programs
• Review and approve contractor safety programs and ensure compliance with Amp Americas' safety standards
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for H&S performance, providing regular reports to senior management
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning for all Amp Americas facilities
• Stay current with emerging H&S trends, technologies, and regulations in the RNG industry
• Visit operating facilities and new construction sites to conduct safety audits on personnel, equipment, and materials

Skills / Abilities / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• 5-10 years of experience in H&S management, with at least 5 years in an industrial processing industry such as RNG, oil and gas exploration and processing, power generation, pulp and paper manufacturing, natural gas compression and/or pipelines
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory standards applicable to the RNG or similar process industries
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful H&S programs in industrial settings
• Self-starter with the ability to influence and motivate at all levels of the organization
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present to senior management and external stakeholders
• Experience with H&S management systems such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and OSHA VPP
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred; with preference given to additional relevant certifications (e.g., CIH, CHMM)
• Familiarity with renewable energy, biogas, or related industries is a plus
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to translate H&S metrics into actionable insights
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in high-pressure situations
• Willingness to travel to Amp Americas facilities as needed (approximately 50% of the time)

What We Offer

• Compensation package commensurate with experience including equity
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Opportunity to build upon your career in a company on the cutting edge of the RNG industry
• HQ Office location is near Armitage and Clybourn in Chicago

• Casual dress code

About Amp Americas

Amp Americas owns and operates one of the largest carbon negative fuels producing portfolios in the U.S. Amp makes ultra-low carbon intensity renewable natural gas (RNG) from dairy waste at 7 facilities in 3 states processing manure from over 100,000 cows. Amp operates three business units: Amp Americas Development, Amp Americas Services, and Amp Americas RNG Marketing. Amp’s dairy RNG projects produce 100% renewable natural gas from on-farm anaerobic digester to vehicle fuel projects. Amp Services leverages Amp’s expertise in managing, operating, and maintaining dairy RNG projects to provide these services to third parties. Amp RNG Marketing is the company’s RNG marketing and risk management business. Amp was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice. Amp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to excellence through diversity.