Manager, Environmental Health & Safety

Celebrate Life, Elevated:the Southworth Way

The Company: Welcome to Southworth. We own and operate a growing portfolio of premier private clubs and communities, each offeringinspired environments and locations that foster connection: to family, friends, activities, and experiences. We are proud of our “family company” roots which shape our culture of care. Our dedication to hospitality and endless activities for the entire family ensures our members experience aworld at play like never before.

Whether in the heart of house or on “stage”, our dedicated team members elevate the experience for our members, residents, guests, and fellow team members. By providing a wide array of benefits, engagement programs, unique perks, discounts, and, of course, a lot of fun, we encourage our team members tobe and belongat Southworth!

The Benefits: We understand everyone has a unique set of needs: we want to support you as best we can so you can be your best self with us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive options for medical, physical, and mental health and wellness, life insurance, paid time off, and more.

Grow with us! The sky is the limit for talented, driven individuals. With our ever-expanding portfolio, we offer opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. We look forward to growing together.

Be YOU with us! At Southworth, we are working to redefine what it means to be a private club. We seek talent from a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences, and cultures to ensure an innovative edge. Here, diversity is a driver of our success.

About The Abaco Club: The Abaco Club is a paradise for the soul. It is an unassuming haven crafted in the pursuit of connection, happiness and belonging. Here, members unwind in barefoot luxury in island-inspired homes, golfers take on the #1 golf course in The Bahamas, and generations come together on 2 miles of uninterrupted white sands on one of the most pristine beaches on Earth.

Working at The Abaco Club means being part of a vibrant community that values your knowledge and offers opportunities for professional growth and development. Here, you can turn your passion for hospitality into a rewarding career while enjoying the stunning scenery of this beautiful place. Become a part of our team and help us show what makes the Abaco Club truly extraordinary.

The Opportunity: TheManager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining environmental, health, and safety programs that ensure compliance with local, national, and industry regulations while promoting a safe and healthy workplace. This position works closely with department leaders to minimize workplace risks, prevent incidents, protect the environment, and foster a culture of safety throughout the organization.

The Manager, Environmental Health & Safety oversees safety practices across hospitality operations, food and beverage outlets, marina operations, landscaping, engineering and maintenance, construction activities, transportation services, and recreational amenities.

Duties and Functions

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, programs, manuals, and standard operating procedures.
• Conduct routine workplace inspections, audits, hazard assessments, and environmental risk assessments; identify risks and ensure corrective and preventive actions are communicated, supported, and completed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, occupational health, and safety regulations and maintain required permits, licenses, reports, certifications, compliance registers, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate internal, regulatory, and third-party EHS inspections and audits, and monitor changes in applicable legislation and communicate impacts to leadership.
• Lead accident, incident, injury, and near-miss investigations, maintain related records and documentation, and recommend corrective actions.
• Establish and monitor EHS key performance indicators, analyze safety performance and trends, and prepare reports and recommendations for leadership.
• Develop and deliver EHS orientation, training, awareness programs, and safety briefings related to chemicals, equipment, machinery, personal protective equipment, emergency procedures, and workplace safety expectations.
• Lead the Environmental Health & Safety Management Committee and promote a positive safety culture through ongoing team member education, engagement, and awareness initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and coordinate emergency response plans and procedures for fire, hurricanes, severe weather, medical emergencies, environmental incidents, natural disasters, potential epidemics, and other emergency situations.
• Conduct required emergency drills, training, and exercises, including fire drills and hurricane tabletop exercises, to ensure team member readiness and strong emergency response capabilities.
• Develop and oversee environmental programs related to waste management, pollution prevention, water conservation, energy efficiency, biodiversity, sustainability, and environmental stewardship.
• Monitor the proper storage and use of chemicals and hazardous materials and ensure team members receive appropriate safety briefings, documentation, and personal protective equipment.
• Support Food & Beverage leadership with food safety programs, inspections, corrective actions, required training, and food handler permitting.
• Partner with relevant departments to support the inspection, maintenance, servicing, and inventory of safety and emergency equipment, including first aid kits, AEDs, personal protective equipment, emergency supplies, fire extinguishers, alarms, and suppression systems.
• Support recreational and water-based operations to ensure appropriate safety practices are maintained and required training is completed.
• Monitor contractor compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements.
• Maintain EHS files and records in accordance with document control procedures, including manuals, compliance records, environmental management information, licenses, permits, regulations, chemical records, and key contacts.
• Monitor internal and external threats to the environmental health and safety of Club team members and occupants and support the Executive Team during significant safety, security, health, and environmental events.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community groups, NGOs, service providers, and local government officials to support EHS and environmental initiatives.
• Partner with People Operations, Learning & Development, Communications, Legal, and other departments to support safety training, wellness initiatives, environmental awareness, and sustainability programs.

Qualification Standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Risk Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive EHS experience.
• Experience in hospitality, resort, or a related industry preferred.
• Experience leading safety investigations, audits, and compliance programs.
• Strong knowledge of workplace safety regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Knowledge of emergency response planning and crisis management.
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and safety management software.
• Preferred certifications may include OSHA Certification, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health & Safety Technician (OHST), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Environmental Management certifications, and CPR, First Aid, and AED Instructor certifications.
• Ability to walk extensive Club grounds and facilities and conduct inspections in outdoor environments and operational work areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations outside normal business hours when required.

We are committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace for our team members, members, guests, and community. As our Manager, Environmental Health & Safety, you will play an important role in strengthening our culture of safety, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting emergency preparedness, and advancing environmental stewardship throughout the Club.

Apply today to start your new career,the Southworth Way

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and additional tasks may be assigned based on operational needs.