Regional EHS Director - Safety & Compliance Leader

AWP Safety; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Bonus/incentive plan (AIP)

Job summary

AWP Safety, the leading traffic control partner in North America, is seeking a Business Unit EHS Director to lead regional and national safety programs. You will align strategic goals with operational plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a proactive safety culture across multiple sites.

The role partners with company leaders to drive performance, reporting, and continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive EHS experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
• Experience in multi-state or field-based operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory compliance oversight for OSHA, DOT, EPA and state regs.
• Lead regional audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Develop and manage EHS programs, policies, and reporting.
• Drive proactive safety culture across regional teams.
• Collaborate with executives and field leaders to improve safety outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

AWP Safety, the leading traffic control partner in North America, is seeking a Business Unit EHS Director to lead regional and national safety programs. You will align strategic goals with operational plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a proactive safety culture across multiple sites.

The role partners with company leaders to drive performance, reporting, and continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental practices.