Senior EHS Leader - Employee-Owned, High-Impact Safety

Southland Industries, Inc.; Conesville (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking an experienced EHS leader to plan, develop, coordinate, and manage safety programs across the division, ensuring a safety-driven culture. The role requires managing audits, training, incident investigations, and policy implementations across locations.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in Safety/Health/Environmental Applied Sciences with 8+ years in EHS, plus relevant certifications. Equal opportunity employer; competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in EH&S including, people management experience
• Certifications in CPR and First Aid.
• 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: Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet established deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills: Ability to identify known/potential exposure and recommend corrective actions
• Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and health and safety management systems and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, coordinates and manages corporate environmental, health and safety protection programs and practices for the assigned division.
• Manages/Conducts safety audits and inspections and recommends correction of hazardous situations for compliance with regulatory, Company and owner requirements for the entire division that may span multiple states.
• Develops, implements and maintains employee safety training programs and records; and develops, updates, and manages workplace safety programs, procedures, and policies.
• Develops reports and presentations for safety briefings with company management.
• Provides strategic and proactive direction on initiatives that will improve company Environmental, Health and Safety performance through minimizing risks and liabilities.
• Implements all aspects of company safety manual and ensures that all field employees and subcontractors are complying.
• Oversees and directs programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.
• Provides guidance for departmental processes and activities including compliance with safety regulations and the investigation of accidents; provides leadership and recommendations regarding the design, implementation and administration of all safety relative initiatives, policies, procedures and processes.
• Provides performance coaching and feedback for direct reports as needed. Participates in annual performance process.
• Manages the recruitment and hiring process for safety roles.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety/Health/Environmental Applied Sciences

Tools

Safety management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking an experienced EHS leader to plan, develop, coordinate, and manage safety programs across the division, ensuring a safety-driven culture. The role requires managing audits, training, incident investigations, and policy implementations across locations.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in Safety/Health/Environmental Applied Sciences with 8+ years in EHS, plus relevant certifications. Equal opportunity employer; competitive benefits offered.