Senior EHS Leader | Compliance, Training & Safety Programs

Southland Industries; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 118,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (50%)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Job summary

Southland Industries in Virginia seeks a senior EHS leader to plan, develop, and manage corporate environmental, health, and safety programs across multiple states. You will foster a safety-driven culture and lead audits, trainings, and compliance initiatives.

The role requires extensive EH&S experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and the ability to drive safety improvements while ensuring OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and DOT standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in EH&S including people management.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• OSHA 10hr, OSHA 30hr, OSHA 40hr training preferred.
• OSHA 500, CHST or ASP certifications preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety laws, regulations, policies and procedures, including OSHA, NFPA, EPA and DOT standards.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and health and safety management systems.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, coordinates and manages corporate EHS programs across the division.
• Manages safety audits and inspections and recommends corrections for compliance across multiple states.
• Develops, implements and maintains safety training programs and records.
• Develops reports and presentations for safety briefings with management.
• Provides strategic direction to improve EHS performance and minimize risks.

Skills

Strong oral & written communication

Organizational & time management

Analytical skills

MS Office & EHS software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences or related discipline

Job description

Southland Industries in Virginia seeks a senior EHS leader to plan, develop, and manage corporate environmental, health, and safety programs across multiple states. You will foster a safety-driven culture and lead audits, trainings, and compliance initiatives.

The role requires extensive EH&S experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and the ability to drive safety improvements while ensuring OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and DOT standards are met.