Director of Safety

Overview: Lead all safety, training, compliance, and policy functions across U.S. operations and prepare for international expansion while reinforcing a safety-first culture across decentralized job sites.

Responsibilities: Lead all safety, training, compliance, and policy functions across U.S. operations within the first six months. Conduct job site audits and field visits to establish baseline safety metrics and reinforce standards. Build credibility with field crews through active visibility, responsiveness, and principled leadership. Oversee and enhance all training programs, including OSHA 10/30, CPR, first aid, confined space entry, and contractor compliance documentation. Develop scalable safety infrastructure in anticipation of international expansion within 12 months. Drive measurable reductions in incident rates, near misses, and EMR through education, audits, and real-time interventions. Align global safety policies with ISO 9001 and regulatory standards in emerging markets. Lead a cultural shift in safety practices—from compliance-driven to behavior-driven—across all levels of the organization.

Required: 10+ years of safety leadership experience in construction, manufacturing, or industrial services. Expertise in OSHA compliance, EHS systems, drug testing protocols, and contractor safety documentation. In-depth knowledge of ISNetworld, ISO 9001, and environmental health and safety (EHS) systems. Willingness to travel up to 50% both domestically and internationally. Demonstrated field leadership and ability to work independently within an executive structure.

Preferred: Military background in safety-critical roles. Experience in heavy industry sectors such as refining or petrochemical. High emotional intelligence and a coaching-based leadership style.