Area Safety Leader, Cement & Heavy Industry

Heidelberg Materials; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision

HSA/HRA and FSA

Paid vacation & sick leave

10 paid holidays

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Safety Leader to drive safety initiatives across multiple operations in the United States. You will partner with site leaders to identify risks, conduct audits, and implement corrective actions that enhance a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities include leading incident investigations, coaching teams, analyzing safety data, and delivering training on programs, policies, and best practices to reduce risk and improve operational performance.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting safety in aggregates, mining, construction materials, cement, ready-mix, or a similar heavy industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, and build credibility with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Skilled in conducting incident investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive measurable improvements in safety performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support safety initiatives across multiple operations to promote a strong safety-first culture.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations to ensure compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver training, coaching, and guidance to employees and managers on safety programs, policies, and best practices.
• Analyze safety performance data and develop strategies that reduce risk and improve operational effectiveness.

Skills

Safety leadership

Incident investigations

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Risk management

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Safety Leader to drive safety initiatives across multiple operations in the United States. You will partner with site leaders to identify risks, conduct audits, and implement corrective actions that enhance a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities include leading incident investigations, coaching teams, analyzing safety data, and delivering training on programs, policies, and best practices to reduce risk and improve operational performance.