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Job Description - Director of Safety

Summary of Job:

The Director of Safety will spearhead our commitment to safety across five unique business units spanning multiple states in the southeast. This position serves as a dynamic leader shaping and executing comprehensive safety strategies, weaving safety seamlessly into the fabric of our business objectives. This position is instrumental in cultivating an environment where safety is ingrained in our organizational DNA, setting the benchmark for safety excellence across our diverse operations.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Position safety as a distinguished competitive differentiator, drawing upon your extensive industry expertise to drive innovation and foresight. 

  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to design tailored safety solutions aligned with organizational goals and the unique needs of each business unit. 

  • Act as a catalyst for safety motivation and change, ensuring safety is ingrained and celebrated throughout Lee Company's work and culture. 

  • Empower employees to take ownership of safety, actively encouraging identification and correction of unsafe conditions through ongoing coaching and training. 

  • Actively seek, share, and implement best practices throughout the organization to continuously improve safety performance. 

  • Lead and develop a team of safety professionals, ensuring exceptional service and continuous growth. 

  • Drive continuous improvement within the safety team through processes, systems, tools, and metrics, optimizing overall safety performance. 

  • Develop, collect, and report performance metrics, providing regular briefings to leadership on company-wide safety compliance. 

  • Implement oversight processes to ensure ongoing corporate compliance with safety and environmental regulations, including continuous audits. 

  • Develop, review, and enforce safety policies and procedures. 

  • Facilitate immediate and thorough incident investigations, root cause analyses, site remediation, and closure of corrective actions. 

 

Education and Experience: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in a safety-related discipline preferred. 

  • 10+ years of safety leadership experience with a background in construction. 

  • Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, DOT, DOL, and other safety laws. 

  • Experience with a safety management system. 

  • Ongoing professional training or certifications (CSP, ASP, CRSP, CHST, CUSA, or similar). 

  • OSHA 10- and 30-Hour Construction and General Industry Authorized Outreach Trainer . 

 

Skills and Abilities: 

  • In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and the ability to navigate complex compliance requirements. 

  • Proven leadership, management, and supervisory skills. 

  • Statistical analysis skills for incident data. 

  • Creative and assertive with a track record of implementing innovative safety solutions. 

  • Self-driven with the ability to work independently. 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and mobile technologies. 

  • Commitment to ongoing learning and continuous improvement. 

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. 

  • Availability to be on call for emergencies. 

  • Strong collaborative and presentation skills. 

 

Are you ready to lead innovation, drive change, and nurture a safety culture at Lee Company? Apply now and be a part of a team committed to excellence! 

Company Perks & Benefits

Our mission at Lee Company is to create a workplace where our employees can thrive, and we back that up with action. Wellness isn’t just about your physical health; it’s about your finances, career, community, and relationships too. We don’t just talk the talk; we walk the walk. Check out the benefits that help our team live well and work well every day!

  • Physical: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, plus free virtual primary care, mental health, and urgent care services for employees and their family members.

  • Financial: Earned Wage Access (EWA) – access a portion of your earned pay before payday, 401(k) company match, HSA contributions, and company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.

  • Community: Company-supported volunteer opportunities to make a real impact.

  • Career: Free trade training through Lee Company University (LCU), paid time off (PTO), and career growth opportunities.

  • Relational: Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and Chaplain services for support when you need it.

Lee Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or testing, or family and medical leave. Lee Company is an E-Verify employer.  Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  At the time of hire, employees will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility.

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