Director, Health & Safety

Stryten Energy•Fort Smith, NT

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Safety & Health is responsible for executing and sustaining Stryten Energy’s Health & Safety (H&S) programs in partnership with plant-based Safety leadership and Operations. This role ensures full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements while driving a strong safety culture and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered
Minimum of 8 years of experience in Health & Safety regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment or as an industry consultant.
Subject Matter Expert in H&S regulations applicable to Stryten Energy operations, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry).
Demonstrated experience with EHS management systems and external certifications (e.g., ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001)
Demonstrated experience with compliance audits and regulatory inspections
Demonstrated experience with incident investigations and root cause analysis
Demonstrated experience with EHS training and learning systems
Demonstrated experience with Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies
Proven ability to independently manage complex projects and multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational, analytical, and report-development skills related to H&S regulatory compliance.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization as well as external agencies and the public.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate, influence, and drive change across diverse operational teams.
Demonstrated expertise in using data analysis, safety knowledge, and facilitation skills to develop effective solutions to operational challenges.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators.
Ability to move throughout manufacturing environments to perform essential job duties.
Willingness to travel to Stryten Energy facilities across the United States approximately 25% of the time (up to 50% as business needs dictate).

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary leader for the implementation and governance of Stryten Energy Health & Safety standards, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including OSHA and other governing agencies.
Translate regulatory requirements into effective policies, procedures, tools, and operational guidelines to support consistent implementation across all facilities.
Partner closely with Operations leadership to ensure H&S compliance programs are embedded into daily operations at all Stryten Energy locations.
Establish, maintain, and monitor compliance tools and systems related to OSHA, DOT, DHS, and other regulatory agency requirements.
Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and recordkeeping for all regulatory-required H&S programs, including incident and accident reporting, medical surveillance, and industrial hygiene monitoring.
Support facilities with workers’ compensation documentation and information requests.
Guide appropriate industrial hygiene sampling protocols and monitoring requirements to ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable regulations.
Conduct H&S mock audits and plant reviews in partnership with site leadership and the Director of H&S Compliance to ensure adherence to Stryten Energy requirements and regulatory standards.
Communicate H&S compliance requirements clearly and effectively to operational leaders and site personnel to ensure understanding and proper execution.
Develop and deliver processes, training programs, and tools to meet all regulatory-required H&S training obligations.
Review and assess site-level H&S processes and procedures for regulatory compliance and effectiveness.
Lead and manage H&S operational projects, corrective actions, and remediation initiatives to mitigate risk and enhance safety performance.
Assist facilities in obtaining and maintaining certification or registration to recognized safety management systems such as OHSAS 18001 (or equivalent standards).
Stay current on emerging and evolving H&S regulations and proactively update Stryten Energy standards and programs accordingly.
Partner with site leadership to develop divisional H&S goals and strategic initiatives that support continuous improvement and performance excellence.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with plant managers, H&S professionals, and corporate leadership.
Supervise and manage external H&S consultants, vendors, and service providers as required.