Senior Safety Manager

Southland Industries; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Company match 50%

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Disability income protection

Flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Southland Industries, a large national MEP company, is seeking an experienced EHS leader to plan, develop and manage environmental, health and safety programs across the division. This role emphasizes building a safety-driven culture and ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies.

The position involves audits, training program development, and strategic direction to minimize risks. It also includes performance coaching, reporting, and overseeing safety recruitment to strengthen

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in EH&S including people management
• Certifications in CPR and First Aid.
• OSHA 10/30/40 training preferred.
• OSHA 500, CHST or ASP certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety audits and inspections and drive corrective actions for compliance across the division.
• Develop, implement, and maintain employee safety training programs and records.
• Create safety reports and presentations for management.
• Provide strategic direction to improve EHS performance and reduce risk.
• Ensure compliance with safety manuals, policies and across all locations.
• Oversee and guide department processes including accident investigations.
• Coach and develop direct reports; participate in annual performance process.
• Manage recruitment and hiring for safety roles.

Skills

EHS management

People management

CPR & First Aid

OSHA training

Regulatory compliance

Audit & inspection

Safety training

Reporting & analytics

Education

EH&S degree

Job description

Position Summary

Plans, develops, coordinates and manages corporate environmental, health and safety protection programs and practices for the assigned division. Establishes and maintains a safety-driven culture throughout the division.

Position Details

• 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. Ensures consistency, quality and compliance at all locations.
• 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.

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.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued,

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay

Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Virginia this ranges from $117,594.00 – $161,692.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries’ policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).