The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager supports the execution of safety, environmental, and compliance programs in alignment with AKIMA policies, contract requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This role integrates safety into daily operations, promotes a culture of accountability and risk awareness, and ensures operational activities are conducted in a safe and compliant manner across all functional areas.

Safety, Environmental & Compliance Oversight:

• Support implementation and enforcement of AKIMA safety policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with OSHA regulations and contract requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety inspections, and hazard identification activities across operational sections (Transportation, Supply & Services, Maintenance, HMCP, COSIS).
• Assist in maintaining compliance with Quality Control Plan (QCP) requirements and internal governance processes.
• Ensure alignment with Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements and applicable regulatory guidance.
• Support environmental compliance efforts, including hazardous material handling, storage, and accountability practices.

Incident & Risk Management:

• Lead or support incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Apply risk management principles to mitigate hazards and improve operational decision-making.
• Track, monitor, and report safety incidents, trends, and corrective actions in accordance with AKIMA and contract reporting requirements.

Operational Integration:

• Coordinate with the Operations Manager, QA Manager, and Section Managers to integrate safety into mission execution.
• Support audit readiness and inspection preparation (e.g., internal reviews, customer evaluations, CCRI/OQE).
• Ensure safety considerations are incorporated into daily operations, planning, and task execution.
• Promote accountability and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.

Training & Workforce Engagement:

• Support development and delivery of safety training and awareness programs.
• Reinforce compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and safe work practices.
• Promote a culture of “safety-first” and operational discipline across all personnel.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and employees on risk awareness and hazard mitigation.

Process Improvement & Reporting:

• Identify opportunities to improve safety processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Support implementation of improvements aligned with AKIMA continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain documentation and records to support contract compliance, audits, and inspections.
• Assist in developing and refining safety-related SOPs and work instructions.

• 5+ years of experience supporting safety, compliance, or operational oversight functions.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and workplace safety practices.
• Experience conducting or supporting risk assessments, hazard identification, or incident investigations.
• Experience operating in a structured or regulated environment (e.g., military, government, or industrial setting).
• Demonstrated ability to support or deliver workforce training related to safety, compliance, or operational procedures.
• Experience with policy implementation, compliance tracking, or audit readiness support.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to work across multiple functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or federal government contracts.
• Familiarity with Performance Work Statements (PWS), Quality Control Plans (QCP), and FAR/DFARS frameworks.
• Background in logistics, supply chain, or installation-level operations.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience.

Key Competencies

• Safety and risk management.
• Regulatory compliance and accountability.
• Operational integration and coordination.
• Process improvement and execution discipline.
• Communication and leadership support.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.