Sr Director, Safety & Training

L.J. Gonzer; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

L.J. Gonzer is seeking an experienced Safety & Training professional to oversee and develop comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety programs across our Broadway, NY service area and field sites.

The role requires 5+ years in construction or transportation safety with at least 3 years in training, OSHA expertise, and strong curriculum design and delivery skills. Regular office work with field visits, 52-week contract, and preference for a Master’s degree.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of related safety experience in construction or transportation with training experience.
• Experience in training administration and curriculum design.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety principles.
• Proficient in computer skills and relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Represent the AVP of Safety in day-to-day operations.
• Evaluate Safety Training programs to ensure continuous implementation, effectiveness, and adherence to rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Manage technical and process-related programs and tools to address education and training needs.
• Lead safety-related initiatives and programs to enhance the organization’s safety culture.
• Prepare occupational health and safety performance data for safety training programs for safety leadership.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop, update, and deliver Safety training programs to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings.
• Consultant shall be required to use his/her own cell phone.

Skills

OSHA regulations knowledge

Training administration

Curriculum design

Curriculum delivery

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management, Education/Adult Learning, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or related discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Captivate 360

Adobe Captivate

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Oracle

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Safety & Training professional to join a team providing oversight and development of comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety programs. If you have experience in construction safety and training and are ready to take on a meaningful challenge, we encourage you to apply and join a team committed to safety excellence.

Contract

52 weeks

Work Hours

7:30 am to 4:30 pm (includes unpaid lunch)

Office / Field

90% Office 10% Field on as needed basis

Technical / Administrative

75% Technical 25% Administrative

Access to right-of-way

No.

Work Location

Broadway, NY and field visits throughout the transportation service area, as required.

Description of Work

Consultant shall:

• Represent the AVP of Safety in day-to-day operations.
• Evaluate Safety Training programs to ensure continuous implementation, effectiveness, and adherence to rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Manage technical and process-related programs and tools to address education and training needs.
• Lead safety-related initiatives and programs to enhance the organization’s safety culture.
• Prepare occupational health and safety performance data for safety training programs for safety leadership.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop, update, and deliver Safety training programs to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings.
• Consultant shall be required to use his/her own cell phone.

Reports to

Asst. Vice President, Safety Oversight

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management, Education/Adult Learning, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) + years of related safety experience in construction or transportation, with three (3)+ years conducting training. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Proven knowledge and experience in training administration, curriculum design and development, assessing training methodologies, as well as classroom instruction and delivery of safety training modules and programs.
• Deep understanding of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, especially Code 29 of Federal Regulations 1926 Subpart C–Training and Education, and general construction safety principles.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, PeopleSoft, Oracle, Windows, etc.).
• Proficiency in Captivate 360, Adobe Captivate preferred or ability to learn.

Licensing / Certifications and Other Requirements

• OSHA 500 Authorized Outreach Trainer certification.
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction course preferred but not required
• First Aid, CPR, AED provider prefererred but not required

Special Skills/Training

• Preferred background in Transportation / Engineering / Architecture / Construction / Safety Engineering/Safety Management or Construction Safety.
• Candidates acknowledge and agree that, as a condition of continued consideration or employment, the company may require them to attend additional training, obtain supplemental certifications, or achieve any other qualifications deemed necessary by the company. Candidates agree to comply with such requirements within the timelines established by the company.

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