Remote Safety Director - Lead Safety Programs

Smartlink; United States; On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartlink is seeking a Safety Director to champion our safety culture and strengthen our programs across the organization. The role ensures OSHA and other regulations are followed and safety initiatives are led at the corporate level.

This remote position requires collaboration with operations teams, conducting site audits, developing training, maintaining safety manuals, and coordinating with inspectors. A strong background in safety management and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, safety management or related discipline preferred.
• OSHA 30 hour certified and first aid/CPR certified.
• Extremely knowledgeable with governmental ES&H standards, rules, and regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safe work practices and experience with conducting accident investigations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office- Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with all levels of the Company, federal and state representatives, Company insurance carrier, and outside vendors.

Responsibilities

• Understand, administer, and enforce OSHA regulations and other federal, state, and local standards, and Company safety policies and procedures to establish and maintain a safe work environment.
• Support project teams in developing site-specific safety programs and safety orientations.
• Conduct regular job site safety audits and ensure safety goals are achieved. Identify safety issues and assist others in immediate corrective action necessary to mitigate identified hazards.
• Continually evaluate safety performance develop and implement training based on this evaluation.
• Establish project safety kick-off meetings to review safety standards and procedures with teams.
• Primary point of contact with OSHA and responsible for addressing safety concerns during inspections. Provide support to field staff when not present.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating Smartlink’s safety manual and disaster plan.
• Coordinate procurement, inventory, and distribution of safety equipment and materials.
• Triage incident reports on workplace injuries, investigate causes, and work with insurance carriers and corporate counsel to resolve claims.
• Create custom training programs and materials for bi-annual safety training focused on project-specific hazards.
• Participate in local and national safety councils/organizations to promote Smartlink’s safety culture.
• Develop and implement safety measures to maintain safe work environments.
• Oversee documentation regarding workplace safety issues and concerns.
• Coach, mentor, and train employees on safety as it pertains to their job.
• Liaison with external parties such as government-employed inspectors.
• Liaison for the Company in meetings with government bodies and other agencies on matters pertaining to workplace health and safety.
• Ensure that all personal certifications are kept current and in good standing.
• Ensures strict adherence to ethics and compliance requirements throughout the Company.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Smartlink is seeking a Safety Director to champion our safety culture and strengthen our programs across the organization. The role ensures OSHA and other regulations are followed and safety initiatives are led at the corporate level.

This remote position requires collaboration with operations teams, conducting site audits, developing training, maintaining safety manuals, and coordinating with inspectors. A strong background in safety management and excellent communication are essential.