Director of Safety

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Director of Safety to join the team of a leader in the Energy & Utilities space. This role will drive enterprise-wide safety strategy and help strengthen a culture of accountability across multi-site operations. The position partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure safety is embedded into daily work and long-term planning. You will lead a team, shape policies and training, and use data, audits, and incident trends to improve performance and reduce risk.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive safety strategy aligned with business objectives
• Design and implement safety policies and training programs
• Serve as the safety subject matter expert for executive leadership
• Lead and develop a high-performing safety team across regions
• Champion a proactive safety culture where every employee is accountable
• Partner with departments to integrate safety into daily operations
• Establish safety KPIs to measure performance and identify trends
• Use incident data and audits to inform strategic decisions
• Report safety performance and recommendations to executive leadership
• Oversee a company-wide audit and inspection program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 8+ years of progressive safety experience, including 5+ years in multi-site leadership
• Proven ability to build and execute effective safety programs
• Deep knowledge of OSHA regulations; familiarity with DOT/FMCSA preferred
• Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making
• Excellent communication skills for executive presentations
• Professional certification such as CSP, ASP, CHST, or CIH preferred
• Experience in high-hazard industries such as propane or transportation preferred

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and shape a safety culture
• Access to professional development and training programs
• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
• Engagement in high-impact safety initiatives
• Potential for career advancement within a growing organization

Pay

$110,000 – $130,000 annually

Schedule

Remote position; US-based candidates only. No visa sponsorship available.