Manager Safety

Otter Tail Corporation•Milbank, SD

3d•$117,000 - $161,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Otter Tail Power Company, safety is more than a priority. It is a core value that guides every decision we make and every service we provide. We are seeking an enthusiastic, strategic, and people-focused Manager, Safety Services to lead our company-wide safety and security programs while helping create a culture where every employee returns home safely each day. This leadership role offers an exciting opportunity to influence safety performance across a respected regional energy company. As Manager, Safety Services, you will collaborate with leaders throughout the organization, manage a dedicated safety team, champion innovative safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while advancing a proactive safety culture. You will play a critical role in supporting our employees, protecting company assets, and driving continuous improvement in safety and security programs throughout Otter Tail Power Company.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a safety-related field or equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience
Minimum of five years of supervisory experience involving safety management responsibilities.
Experience working with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, claims management, Workers’ Compensation programs, safety training, and security-related functions.
Proven ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and foster employee development.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and organizational levels.
Ability to influence and guide teams, committees, leaders, and employees toward shared safety goals.
Ability to build trust and credibility throughout the organization.
Commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead and enhance company-wide safety, security, and compliance programs.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and other applicable safety regulations.
Oversee safety training, reporting, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
Analyze safety performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead, mentor, and develop Safety Services staff while supporting safety committees across the company.
Manage Workers' Compensation cases, incident investigations, and return-to-work programs.
Serve as the primary company contact for regulatory agencies and safety-related partnerships.
Oversee physical security programs, support cybersecurity initiatives, and help protect company assets and employees.
Manage departmental budgets, PPE programs, safety supplies, and policy development.
Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and employee well-being throughout the organization.