Safety Lead

  • R0157289
  • On Site
  • El Paso, Texas, United States
  • Full time
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Amentum, a large government contract company, is seeking Safety Lead to support the WEXMAC Camp East Montana contract in El Paso, TX.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Safety Lead develop, implements, manages and maintain the Amentum field and office EHS program and occupational safety and health regulations in regional operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a site level quality liaison with the Regional Quality Office and ensure consistent practices and deliverables meet quality standards.

  • Implement -site and program level sponsored best practices for quality assurance processes; develop and utilize benchmark-based metrics, and develop & maintain reporting on these measures to ensure continuous improvement and provide needed information to internal and external stakeholders.

  • Work collaboratively with Regional Quality Manager to develop, implement and sustain a behavioral quality-based program

  • Enforce, and provide updates to the QC plans to drive performance using AS-9110 and 14001 standards across the assigned program.

  • Provide oversight of ES&H Programs and integrate them into the QMS.

  • Direct Six Sigma training and implementation.

  • Prepare and submit functional area reports as directed by the Regional Quality Office.

  • Ensure compliance with AS-9110 standards.

  • Empower workforce with stop work authority for quality breaches.

  • Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and provide guidance on related disciplines.

  • Seek, share and assist in institutionalizing best practices.

  • Develops and implements - site-specific process improvement initiatives.

  • Establish and track progress toward meeting the goals and objectives of process improvement initiatives.

  • Ensures operational personnel comply with established and applicable company policies and procedures.

  • Participates in the identification and implementation of all continuous process improvement activities.

  • Perform other qualified duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of eight (8) years Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related experience is preferred.

  • Certification on either the OSHA 30-hour Construction or OSHA 30-hour for General Industry is required.

  • Other formal safety certification such as the Occupational Safety and Health Technologist (OSHT) will also be considered.

  • Knowledge of the National Detention Standard 2025 and Detention Facility Security Operations.

  • Must have the ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate the requirements of the HSE Program.

  • Detail oriented, self-motivated, and willing to continuously improve site EHS processes

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access & Power Point.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline preferred; two (2) years of experience in related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.

WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

       

Compensation Details:

TBD

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

03/25/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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