Director of Safety and Risk

Job Summary

• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with recognized best safety practices to create a safe working environment


• Manage and support safety committees and direct the activities of the safety committees relating to safety policy and program implementation

• Analyze and evaluate work functions to develop safety, environmental and ergonomic policies to ensure worker health and safety. Plan, facilitate, and track employee trainings on best safety practices. 


• Evaluate company exposure to loss through risk identification, assessment and control. 


• Inspect and audit critical building systems including MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumping) equipment to ensure proper maintenance, function and upkeep standards are maintained 


• Partner with Claims Administrator to review claims data and analyze behaviors and trends in WC and GL frequencies.


• Conduct ongoing inspection of facilities, operations and equipment to insure compliance and that a safe environment is preserved.  In conjunction with insurance company engineers and others, conduct fire protection and safety inspections and coordinate implementation of cost-effective recommendations with company management.


• Serve as the professional liaison in case of government agency inspections concerning safety, environmental or ergonomic issues  


• Manage and direct Industrial Hygiene issues, including industrial material hazards, monitoring of hazards including noise and chemical exposure, and work to minimize exposure. 


• Lead efforts to identify, recommend, develop, and implement best practice for Company safety programs and help ensure standardization company-wide


• Investigate Worker’s Compensation claims by the circumstances to determine cause of loss or injury, identify contributing factors and develop corrective action plans to prevent future occupational injuries and illnesses.  


• Review vendor and union contracts, agreements and proposals to ensure compliance with company safety policies and applicable regulatory requirements

• A minimum education level of: Bachelor of Arts/Sciences Degree (4-year) Area of Study:  Safety Engineering or Environmental Health and Safety or a related field of study


• Years of related work experience: 5- 7 years related experience 


• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills


• Effective facilitation, presentation, and interpersonal skills


• Solid understanding of current safety regulations (local, state and federal), policies, and programs


• Ability to analyze, interpret, summarize, and present safety data


• Must be able to develop strong working relationships with stakeholders across the varies entities


• High degree of initiative and ability to work well with minimal oversight


• CFPS or familiarity with NFPA and ANSI codes and standards  


• Demonstrated skills in managing people and projects


• Strong analytical, logical and problem-solving skills with a focus on detail and accuracy


• Must be willing and able to travel overnight up to 25%

• CIH, Ergonomics or equivalent knowledge or training 


• ARM, CRM or equivalent knowledge or training 


• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) 


• OSHA 500 or 501 Trainer