Workplace Health & Safety Associate Manager Accenture - 3.9 Madison Heights, MI Job Details Full-time $68,300 - $182,600 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Stakeholder relationship building Stakeholder management

Full Job Description Location:

Detroit, MI (Onsite 3-4 days / week) The Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Associate Manager is responsible for driving the implementation, performance, and continuous improvement of workplace health and safety programs across multiple U.S. locations, with primary onsite presence at Madison Heights. This role operates as a subject matter resource and system owner, leading through influence to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment to global WHS standards. The Associate Manager partners with site leadership, operations teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to identify risks, implement controls, and strengthen a proactive safety culture. Key Responsibilities 1. Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) & ISO Leadership Support development, implementation, and continuous improvement of WHS policies, procedures, and management systems aligned to ISO 45001 and

ISO 14001.

Lead site-level ISO readiness, implementation, and audit preparation across multiple locations. Translate global standards into practical, site-level processes and operational controls. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing system performance and identifying enhancement opportunities. 2. Risk Management & Operational Safety Lead and facilitate workplace risk assessments (e.g., HIRAC/JHA/JSA) to identify hazards across facilities, operations, personnel, materials, and equipment. Define and implement risk mitigation strategies and verify effectiveness of control measures. Provide day-to-day safety oversight, coaching, and guidance to site teams as a trusted safety resource. Support safe execution of high-risk activities including permitting processes (e.g., LOTO, confined space, hot work, working at heights). Promote stop-work authority and safe work practices across all operations. 3. Regulatory Compliance & Assurance Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA) as well as company standards and client requirements. Conduct and facilitate workplace inspections, audits, and compliance reviews, including ISO audits. Identify compliance gaps and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to closure with validation of effectiveness. Support incident classification and reporting requirements in accordance with regulatory and corporate standards. 4. Incident Management & Continuous Improvement Facilitate reporting, investigation, and root cause analysis of incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions. Identify trends and systemic issues across sites and recommend targeted improvement actions. Develop leading and lagging indicators and support site-level and regional performance reporting. Drive continuous improvement through integration of lessons learned into procedures, training, and controls. 5. Training, Coaching & Safety Culture Identify, develop, and coordinate required safety training programs based on risk assessments and regulatory requirements. Provide coaching and guidance to site leadership and employees to build safety capability and ownership. Support safety communications, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives. Foster a positive safety culture emphasizing hazard identification, reporting, and accountability. 6. Emergency Preparedness & Life Safety Collaborate with Life Safety teams to implement and maintain emergency preparedness and response programs. Support development, testing, and continuous improvement of emergency response procedures (e.g., evacuations, shelter-in-place, spill response). Facilitate drills and identify gaps to strengthen site readiness. 7.

Scope & Impact:

Supports multiple sites across the U.S. with primary onsite presence at Madison Heights. Leads through influence; no direct reports but accountable for driving performance of systems and site teams. Acts as a key contributor to ISO certification and continuous improvement efforts. Identifies trends across sites and translates findings into systemic improvements. 8. Environmental Support (Secondary Scope) Support environmental compliance activities including chemical management, hazardous materials handling, and waste management. Contribute to environmental risk assessments, spill prevention, and response planning. Assist with sustainability reporting, environmental metrics, and ESG-related initiatives where applicable.

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years' experience in the Health & Safety field

Preferred Skills:

Professional certifications (or progress toward): CSP, ASP, OHST, CHMM, or similar

ISO 45001 / 14001

Auditor OSHA "Competent Person" designations (e.g., fall protection, confined space) Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field Experience in workplace health and safety within industrial, laboratory, manufacturing, or similar environments Knowledge of OSHA regulations and risk management practices Experience with health & safety management systems (e.g., ISO 45001 framework) Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills Experience supporting ISO certification or audit processes Industrial hygiene or chemical safety experience Experience across multiple sites or geographies

Professional Skills:

Drives results through collaboration and influence Ability to work independently and influence cross-functional teams Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset Ability to translate standards into practical, site-level execution Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and sound judgment in safety-critical situations Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 08/27/2026. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture Role Location Annual Salary Range California $73,800 to $182,600 Cleveland $68,300 to $146,100 Colorado $73,800 to $157,800 District of Columbia $78,500 to $168,000 Illinois $68,300 to $157,800 Maine $62,800 to $134,400 Maryland $73,800 to $157,800 Massachusetts $73,800 to $168,000 Minnesota $73,800 to $157,800 New York $68,300 to $182,600 New Jersey $78,500 to $182,600 Virginia $68,300 to $168,000 Washington $80,200 to $168,000 Requesting an Accommodation Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired. If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (877) 889-9009 or send us an email or speak with your recruiter. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity Statement Accenture is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Other Employment Statements Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Further, at Accenture a criminal conviction history is not an absolute bar to employment. The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information. California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information. Please read Accenture's Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.