Supervisor Safety Compliance

About the role

Become the Champion of Safety
Lead with Purpose
Drive Compliance & Excellence
Develop Strong Teams

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve safety and training programs
• Develop engaging curriculum and conduct training sessions
• Conduct safety audits and identify opportunities for improvement
• Observe work practices in the field and provide guidance
• Investigate and resolve accidents, coordinate insurance communications, and manage claims
• Mentor, coach, and guide employees through hands-on learning experiences
• Partner with operational leaders to strengthen performance and safe work practices
• Spend time in the field to observe and improve safety measures
• Support hiring, coaching, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Promote a positive, fair, and inclusive work environment

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Business, Occupational Safety & Health, or related field
• Minimum eight years experience in electric utility line work, including three years in a safety department, safety training department, or relevant work experience
• Expert knowledge of corporate safety practices and procedures, principles of basic electricity, and first aid
• Expert knowledge of OSHA requirements

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of distribution feeds and circuits and switches
• Demonstrated proficiency in both underground and overhead line construction, live-line maintenance, climbing poles, and working from a bucket
• High standard for safety through knowledge and leadership of current safety requirements
• Excellent oral and written communication and motivation skills
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
• Proficient with MS Office Products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to handle confidential information and handle member complaint calls professionally
• Valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver’s license and relevant endorsements
• Certified as a trainer of trenching, shoring, flagging, forklift, medic first aid and CPR, and Manual Uniform Traffic Control Devices Instructor
• Integrated Transmission System (ITS) Operator’s Certification
• Certified Utility Safety Professional - CUSP Green Certification
• Designated Employee Representative (DER) certification within 1 year of hire date
• Certified Loss Control Professional (CLCP) certification within 5 years of hire date
• Complete Northwest Lineman College apprentice program within 5 years of hire date

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of workers’ compensation and general liability claims

Skills (Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Occupational Safety & Health, or a related field

Benefits

4-Day Work Week
Day-One Benefits: Company-paid health insurance premiums starting on your first day
Retirement Security: Pension plan plus an automatic 7% company contribution to your 401(k), with additional matching opportunities
Annual Bonus Program: Share in the success of the cooperative

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Variable based on business needs