Director, Safety

Swinerton Energy, Inc.•Arvada, CO

About The Position

Oversee the implementation of corporate safety programs and procedures across Swinerton Energy. Ensure team(s) adhere to internal standards and external regulatory requirements. Develop strategies to mitigate risks and promote a proactive approach to safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or certification in EHS, or related field. (Or equivalent combination of education and work experience)
10+ years of related industry safety experience, or equivalent combination of field and/or safety experience.
Strong knowledge or expertise in safety management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance across industrial, construction, mining, and/or facility settings.
Demonstrated and thorough working knowledge of OSHA, MSHA and applicable regulations.
Highly capable of evaluating construction activities and schedules with respect to safety and loss control.
Able to read and understand plans and specifications.
Highly capable of leveraging data to analyze safety trends with respect to incidents/accidents.
Highly experienced with injury/accident claims and leading investigations.
Able to conduct trainings needs assessment, develop training curriculum, and educate teams/employees on safety procedures to create a culture of Safety.
Experience with managing and developing high performing teams.
Strong computer skills include Microsoft Office programs, Autodesk ACC Build, and construction management software. CMIC experience a plus.
Effective written and verbal English language communication skills; Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
Strong organization skills to effectively support multiple project sites.
Strong interpersonal skills, able to foster collaboration, and build strong working relationships with clients, external governing agencies, and stakeholders.
First-Aid/CPR/AED certified trainer required or ability to acquire.
OSHA 500 (OSHA 10/30 Instructor) required
CHST or OHST required.

Nice To Haves

CSP preferred

Responsibilities

Able to perform all essential Senior Safety Manager duties and responsibilities.
Assist with developing and implementing safety business plans, large-scale initiatives, and strategies across the organization to create and promote a culture of safety.
Lead hiring efforts for safety team and manage staff assignments and budgets.
Utilize business plans to develop Safety workforce strategies and succession plans for the organization.
Oversee team performance, conduct performance reviews, and manage development plans.
Oversee and guide the development and implementation of Safety programs, policies, and procedures related to process and industrial safety.
Assist with continuously improving company safety programs and practices.
Work closely with leadership, project stakeholders, and clients regarding safety matters and issues.
Monitor site-specific safety plans and implement subcontractor risk mitigation strategies.
Ensures development of robust emergency response plans for potential chemical spills, fires, and explosions, often involving coordination with external emergency services.
Conduct audits and site inspections of safety processes, practices, and equipment utilization to ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
Ensures management of risks associated with high-pressure piping, and understands flow performance, pressure drop, and control mechanisms specific to industrial processes.
Partner with leaders to address areas for improvement and non-conformance to prevent future risks.
Take lead and advise on claims/investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective plans.
Educate teams to develop and implement effective corrective and preventative action plans.
Ensure teams understand emergency response protocol and crisis management procedures.
Manage safety recordkeeping to ensure documentation is available for claims and reporting.
Maintain accreditations and stay updated with regulatory changes to ensure jobsites compliance.
Communicate and implement changes to company safety programs, procedures, and policies mandated by corporate or external regulations.
Actively network, attend industry events, and engage with governing agencies and boards to stay updated with industry knowledge, trends, and changes.
Track and analyze key metrics and safety data to report on Safety effectiveness.
Participate in operations meetings to present on safety matters and stay updated on upcoming projects to provide adequate safety support.
Oversee safety training and manage certifications tracking for the organization.
Update safety documentation as necessary and maintain corporate content current.
Oversee and structure safety meetings; communicate company changes or updates.
Provide or perform environmental and health testing or sampling, as needed.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.