Regional Safety Leader: Drive Compliance & Culture

Knife River - North Central; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

Knife River is seeking a Regional Health & Safety Director to develop and oversee safety strategies across a multi-state region, guiding risk-reduction efforts and leading a culture of safety excellence. You will collaborate with enterprise Safety Management System teams and provide tactical and strategic leadership to KNF operations.

The role requires CSP/CMSP/CIH or equivalent certifications preferred, with experience managing safety programs, regulatory compliance, and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, occupational health, engineering, construction, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Progressive safety leadership experience in mining, construction, heavy civil, or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of MSHA, OSHA, DOT, BATFE, and FRA regulations.
• Experience developing or implementing safety management systems and risk-reduction processes.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leadership to align safety principles, functions, and systems.
• Lead, mentor, and coach safety professionals within the region.
• Oversee the Safety Management System and its components.
• Serve as expert for H&S and regulatory issues; support KNF teams.
• Assist with due diligence for acquisitions by reviewing past performance and systems.
• Coach safety team for leadership development and succession planning.
• Conduct site audits and inspections; manage worker’s compensation and liability matters.
• Oversee incident investigations and ensure timely completion; liaise with inspectors.
• Track regional safety statistics and trends; adjust programs to improve safety.
• Develop and oversee regional safety programs including policies, risk assessments, audits, training.
• Communicate with KNF leadership about safety goals, challenges, and opportunities.
• Monitor agency rule changes affecting KNF operations; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Written & Verbal Communication

Analytical Thinking

Safety Data Analysis

Organizational Skills

Independence & Collaboration

MS Office & Data Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/engineering/related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Knife River is seeking a Regional Health & Safety Director to develop and oversee safety strategies across a multi-state region, guiding risk-reduction efforts and leading a culture of safety excellence. You will collaborate with enterprise Safety Management System teams and provide tactical and strategic leadership to KNF operations.

The role requires CSP/CMSP/CIH or equivalent certifications preferred, with experience managing safety programs, regulatory compliance, and budgets.