SH&E Supervisor

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Saudi Arabia. Since our founding in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage supports career growth and values impactful contributions. Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply; military experience may substitute for some requirements.

About the role

As the Safety Supervisor, you will implement and execute the safety, health, and environmental (SH&E) plan, providing SH&E support for FMI Safford Mine, Morenci Mine, Sulphur Transportation Operation, and meeting site-specific SH&E strategy requirements.

Location: Safford, AZ. This is a full-time position with a schedule that may vary based on operational needs. Travel expectations are less than 20%.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Operation Manager and Supervisors to implement all safety-related portions of Savage’s S7 System.
• Develop and deliver procedural and regulatory training, track and report training completion, and schedule as needed.
• Support execution of customer’s operating requirements, specifically MSHA requirements.
• Establish a proactive SH&E process toward incident prevention.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with regulatory requirements (OSHA, MSHA, FRA, DOT, EPA).
• Ensure Team Members follow proper safety rules, procedures, and processes.
• Interface with key customer SH&E and operations contacts to implement customer-driven programs or emphasis areas, including regular involvement with the Mine’s Contractor Safety Team.
• Steward the Lead Safety Specialist and Safety Specialist program for Safford Transportation and Transloading Operations.
• Ensure incidents are properly reported to internal and external parties.
• Lead Savage team on internal and customer safety audits.
• Lead the root cause investigation process to completion, ensuring sustainable corrective actions are implemented to avoid repeat events.
• Routinely spend time in the field with front-line Team Members and observe field activities.
• Track leading indicators to address trends at the Safford Maintenance Office, Morenci Mine, and Safford Mine.
• Support Operations Leaders during incidents by responding as needed and completing Hazard Assessments before Non-Routine tasks involving Savage Team Members.

Requirements

• Broad knowledge and understanding of safety regulations, including OSHA, MSHA, and DOT.
• Experience in an industrial setting.
• Ability to analyze situations and data to make sound decisions.
• Training experience preferred.
• Computer skills (MS Office Suite).
• Excellent communication (written and spoken), organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
• Impeccable character, detail-oriented, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Sets the standard for safety, professionalism, and performance.
• Strong interpersonal skills—good listener and communicator, both written and oral.
• Responds well to high-pressure situations and demonstrates an “Ownership” spirit.
• Treats people fairly, with dignity and respect, and embraces and teaches company culture.
• Valid State Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety or a related field is preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience working in Transportation or Mine Operations.
• 3+ years’ experience working in an industrial setting with Transportation Equipment or Mines.
• Hold a safety certification recognized by an accredited organization (e.g., ASP, SMS, OHST, CET) or be able to obtain certification within the first 12 months.

Physical Requirements

• 10% travel required.
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to climb ladders or stairs.
• Ability to work at waist level or below.
• Ability to work indoors in an office environment, as well as outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Willingness to always wear appropriate PPE when needed and set an example.

Benefits

• A culture that appreciates Team Members.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Profit Sharing.
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Parental and Uniformed Services leave.