Director of Safety

Flory Line Construction•Lennon, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversees comprehensive workforce safety to foster a culture where safety is first, directing the research, planning, development, and implementation needed to meet safety and compliance requirements in partnership with management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED - required
3-5 years of experience in a safety-related/construction role within utility, electrical line construction, or construction environments
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and utility/electrical industry safety standards.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to operate a vehicle to travel between job sites.

Nice To Haves

associate degree or higher in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field - preferred
emergency response experience - preferred
2+ years supervisory experience – preferred
OSHA 10/30 certification preferred

Responsibilities

Direct development, delivery, and implementation of workforce safety and loss prevention programs across all departments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Develop and oversee emergency response plans, drills, and site coordination to ensure workforce readiness.
Coordinate reporting of workplace injuries/incidents, including OSHA 300 logs and Workers' Compensation support.
Oversee job hazard analyses, risk assessments, and development of proactive mitigation strategies.
Manage the Company Safety Manual and ensure staff acknowledgment and understanding of its content.
Lead the Company safety committee and drive continuous safety improvement initiatives.
Oversee FMCSA/MDOT CDL compliance and other mandated safe-driving requirements.
Establish and oversee processes for incident/near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and follow-up.
Track and report key safety metrics, analyze trends, and recommend improvements to leadership.
Ensure availability, maintenance, and proper selection of safety equipment and PPE.
Manage safety department staff, objectives, budgets, and performance in alignment with Company goals.
Collaborate with HR, IT, and management on staffing, training, facility safety and contractor compliance.
Perform other safety and operational support duties as assigned.