Chief Safety, Risk & Environmental Leader

Ceres Environmental Services, Inc.

Sarasota (FL)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Travel opportunities

Job summary

Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a Director of Safety, Risk & Environmental Management to lead the organization’s safety posture. Based in Sarasota, FL (preferred) with travel to support projects nationwide, the role reports to the President and drives regulatory compliance and program maturity.

The ideal candidate will shape enterprise safety policy, mentor safety staff, and partner with operations to minimize risk while enabling rapid response in disaster scenarios.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or related field.
  • 15–20 years of safety experience in heavy, civil, or infrastructure construction for diverse federal, state, and local clients.
  • 10+ years in a leadership position overseeing safety and risk programs.
  • Experience managing safety, environmental, risk, and claims programs.
  • OSHA 30, OSHA 500/510, HAZWOPER 40-hour, and First Aid/CPR certifications.
  • Valid driver’s license with clean MVR.

Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise-wide safety, risk, and environmental management strategies.
  • Direct and mentor Safety Managers and Level I, II, and III Safety Supervisors.
  • Oversee implementation of safety, risk, environmental, and claims management programs.
  • Conduct and oversee job-site safety programs, audits, and compliance reviews.
  • Develop and deliver safety training and leadership programs across the organization.
  • Audit impact of training programs on safety metrics and adjust curriculum as needed.
  • Investigate accidents and near-miss events to determine root causes and corrective actions.
  • Lead workplace inspections and address potential safety hazards.
  • Establish protocols for incident investigation and data analytics for strategic improvements.
  • Set safety policy strategy and ensure compliance with laws and standards.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to integrate safety into daily operations.

Skills

Leadership
Safety Management
Regulatory Compliance
Hazard Analysis
Team Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

ISNetworld
Browz
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Job description

Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a Director of Safety, Risk & Environmental Management to lead the organization’s safety posture. Based in Sarasota, FL (preferred) with travel to support projects nationwide, the role reports to the President and drives regulatory compliance and program maturity.

The ideal candidate will shape enterprise safety policy, mentor safety staff, and partner with operations to minimize risk while enabling rapid response in disaster scenarios.

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