Safety Director

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages, develops and expands our safety Program and gains approval from COOs for changes and improvements.
• Assists Safety Manager in educating division employees in general incident prevention through Monthly Safety meeting topics, weekly toolbox talks, and safety specific training.
• Communicates, monitors and educates all staff monthly of Near Miss, Recordables, and loss time incidents.
• Maintains all OSHA required documentation and ensures compliance with all regulatory bodies and standards.
• Maintains existing partnerships and establishes new alliances with safety partners across locations in the Southeast.
• Manages any incident responses, investigations and communicates directly with COOs.
• Evaluates, assesses, and updates safety procedures and policies for the benefit of employees, clients, subcontractors, and the general public.
• Research and implement new safety processes.
• Analyzes accident reports and evaluates injury case studies based on available facts, providing recommendations to address any identified deficiencies.
• Manages and tracks all Safety Training, identifying companywide training needs by role, position, and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitates early return to work programs for injured workers by providing meaningful light duty transitional work opportunities.
• Ensures compliance with the company’s compensation program to effectively resolve claims efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Stays current on federal, state, county, and local safety regulations and keep Division Leadership informed of any new or revised requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial or Commercial construction, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Seven (7) plus years’ experience in the construction or industrial industry.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards with regards to General Industry 1910 and Construction Industry 1926.
• OSHA 500 and 501 required.
• Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Word, Excel, Outlook, Project.
• Good communications and organizational skills.
• Good at problem solving and forecasting.
• Able to train, influence and motivate team members.

Benefits

• Employer-paid benefits option package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and Paid Holidays.
• Company Vehicle.
• Cell Phone Allowance.
• Parental leave.
• Clothing Allowance.
• Gym Reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Life Coach.
• Wellness Program.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Growth opportunities.