Strategic Safety Leader & Field Execution Champion

Applied Control; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSAs/FSAs options

401k with employer match

9/80 work schedule: 9-hour days with a

16 paid days off plus 10 holidays

Job summary

Applied Control is seeking a Safety Leader to shape and communicate a clear safety vision aligned with our values and business goals. You will champion safe practices, partner with executives to set risk-based goals, and lead the safety committee across multiple locations.

You will design policies, conduct field coaching and investigations, and drive continuous improvement through metrics and training. A strong OSHA background and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a safety- or operations-related field.
• Minimum 5 years leading safety in field/industrial environments.
• Progressive experience in safety, risk management, and EH&S.
• Experience developing safety policies, procedures, and training.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA requirements and safety practices.
• Experience in audits, inspections, incident investigations, and follow-up.
• Ability to balance strategy with hands-on field work.
• Strong communication, facilitation, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Data analysis to identify trends and drive actions.
• Confident in communicating safety expectations.
• Ability to create and deliver safety programs and measurement tools.
• Proficiency with MS Office and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a safety vision aligned with company goals.
• Act as a safety champion and build trust across the organization.
• Partner with leadership to set safety goals, metrics, and improvements.
• Promote proactive safety culture emphasizing hazard identification and learning.
• Lead safety committee and drive safety initiatives.
• Design and maintain safety policies, procedures, and work practices.
• Conduct field visits and inspections, coaching on safe work practices.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective action planning.
• Monitor actions and incorporate lessons learned into practice.
• Support drills, emergencies, and safety audits as needed.
• Prepare safety reports and maintain dashboards and records.

Skills

Experience in safety leadership

OSHA knowledge

Audits and investigations

Data analysis for safety

Program development and training

Communication and influencing

Strategic safety program development

Field safety coaching

Problem solving in safety

Safety metrics and KPIs

Regulatory compliance awareness

Driving record compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, EH&S, industrial hygiene, engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management systems

Job description

Applied Control is seeking a Safety Leader to shape and communicate a clear safety vision aligned with our values and business goals. You will champion safe practices, partner with executives to set risk-based goals, and lead the safety committee across multiple locations.

You will design policies, conduct field coaching and investigations, and drive continuous improvement through metrics and training. A strong OSHA background and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential.