Senior Safety Leader - Field & Facilities

Southland Industries Inc.; Lehigh (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 50% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Safety Manager to lead and coordinate safety activities for the assigned team across field and facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities include safety audits, reporting, directing safety programs, guiding processes, recruiting for safety roles, and mentoring staff. Requires a bachelor’s in safety, 5 years’ experience, and CPR/First Aid preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manages and coordinates safety activities for the assigned safety team to ensure compliance.
• Conducts safety audits and inspections and recommends corrections for compliance.
• Develops reports and presentations for safety briefings with management.
• Provides strategic direction on initiatives to improve EH&S performance and minimize risk.
• Implements safety manuals and ensures field employees and subcontractors comply.
• Oversees programs to ensure regulatory and internal policy compliance.
• Provides guidance for departmental processes and incident investigations.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

MS Office

Education

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

Tools

Health and safety management systems

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a Safety Manager to lead and coordinate safety activities for the assigned team across field and facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities include safety audits, reporting, directing safety programs, guiding processes, recruiting for safety roles, and mentoring staff. Requires a bachelor’s in safety, 5 years’ experience, and CPR/First Aid preferred.