Safety Director

Longwood University; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial roofing company is seeking a dedicated Safety Director to enhance their safety culture. This critical role involves developing safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, leading training sessions, and actively participating in safety audits. The ideal candidate will have experience in safety management within commercial construction. Join us in promoting a secure environment while providing exceptional roofing services.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar safety director or safety management role in a commercial construction environment is preferred.
• Pay to be determined on experience.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement control measures to reduce incident rates.
• Lead safety training sessions and toolbox talks for employees and crews.
• Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and communication with field staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive safety programs.
• Provide hands-on leadership in the field to ensure safe practices.
• Lead and conduct safety training sessions and ongoing education programs.
• Communicate and coordinate with general contractors regarding safety requirements.
• Stay updated with safety regulations and ensure compliance.
• Lead investigations for workplace safety incidents.
• Conduct regular safety audits and provide reports.
• Maintain accurate records of safety programs and compliance.
• Support continuity of safety operations in both field and office environments.

Skills

Safety program development and implementation

OSHA regulations and compliance

Risk assessment and hazard identification

Training and educational program delivery

Incident investigation and root cause analysis

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Job description

Overview

Sullivan Roofing Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Safety Director to join our team. This critical role will work closely with both our field staff and upper management to foster and maintain a culture of safety above all else. The Safety Director will be instrumental in ensuring all job sites comply with safety regulations and industry standards, working in both the field and the office to develop and implement effective safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Safety Program Management: Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive safety programs, including job-specific safety plans, job hazard analysis (JHA), and crane pick plans.
• Field Oversight: Provide hands-on leadership in the field to ensure safe practices are followed at all times. Regularly visit job sites to monitor safety compliance, provide guidance to crews, and identify potential hazards.
• Training & Education: Lead and conduct weekly toolbox talks, safety training sessions, and ongoing education programs for employees to ensure they are knowledgeable about safety protocols and best practices.
• Collaboration with Management & Contractors: Work closely with upper management to continuously improve safety protocols. Communicate and coordinate with general contractors regarding project-specific safety requirements, ensuring all parties are aligned on safety expectations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay up to date with local, state, and federal safety regulations, ensuring the company adheres to OSHA standards and other relevant safety guidelines.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations for any workplace safety incidents, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Safety Audits & Reporting: Conduct regular safety audits and provide detailed reports on safety performance, ensuring timely follow-up on all safety-related matters.
• Documentation & Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of safety programs, training, incidents, and compliance with safety standards.
• Previous experience in a similar safety director or safety management role in a commercial construction environment is preferred.
• Pay to be determined on experience

Key Skills

• Safety program development and implementation
• OSHA regulations and compliance
• Risk assessment and hazard identification
• Training and educational program delivery
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Sullivan Roofing Inc. is committed to the health and safety of our employees. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated Safety Director / Coordinator who will help us continue our mission to provide exceptional commercial roofing services in a safe and secure environment.