RISK & CONTROLS DIRECTOR

About the role

ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus. The Director, Risk & Controls - Safety leads the organization's safety risk management, compliance, and internal controls programs. This role is responsible for identifying and mitigating safety risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, strengthening governance processes, and driving a culture of safety across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee enterprise safety risk and controls frameworks.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational and workplace safety risks.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations.
• Lead safety audits, inspections, investigations, and corrective action programs.
• Establish safety metrics, risk indicators, and executive reporting.
• Partner with business leaders to improve safety performance and risk management practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Lead and develop a team of safety, risk, and controls professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Risk Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in safety, risk management, compliance, or internal controls.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, risk assessment, and control frameworks.
• Relevant certifications (CSP, CRM, CIA, CRISC, or similar) preferred.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.