Safety Director-Heavy Equipment

Kimmel & Associates•Salem, VA

31d

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Safety, Health & Environmental Director is responsible for strengthening the safety, health, and environmental performance across all company locations. This strategic leader will oversee compliance initiatives, guide cultural adoption of best-in-class safety practices, and serve as a trusted advisor to branch leadership teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum of four (4) years in a safety-related role, preferably within industrial, construction, or equipment-focused environments.
In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations; familiarity with EPA, DOT, and MSHA a plus.
Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
Proven presentation skills with experience designing and delivering safety training.

Responsibilities

Inspecting and evaluating workplace environments, equipment, and practices for compliance with internal standards and government regulations.
Investigating accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses to determine root causes and corrective actions.
Preparing and implementing prevention-focused corrective action plans.
Reporting on accident investigations, facility inspections, and environmental testing to senior management.
Maintaining and updating emergency response plans and procedures.
Compiling and analyzing statistical data related to safety and incident trends.
Coordinating employee training on safety laws, hazardous condition monitoring, and proper safety equipment use.
Ensuring safety manuals, policies, and programs remain current and consistently followed.
Maintaining expertise in EPA, OSHA, DOT, and MSHA regulations and ensuring timely reporting to agencies.
Coordinating compliance with federal, state, local, and company safety requirements.
Developing and implementing performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs.
Maintaining contractor compliance records, including insurance and workers’ compensation documentation.
Managing required compliance websites on behalf of customers.