Safety Director jobs in Tennessee

A small to mid-size construction company is looking to fill the position of Safety Director. This position has a wide variety of duties that center on the safety of construction work sites. As Safety Director, you will visit various job sites and conduct safety inspections, identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems. This position also conducts annual employee training on applicable state and federal safety standards. This position will review safety training and recommend revisions, improvements, and updates.

Duties/ Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• Maintains the OSHA safety log and ensures completion of required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.
• Collaborates with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Stops operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.
• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
• Conducts employee training on applicable safety standards.
• Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates.
• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Reviews accident and incident reports.
• Ability to travel as required to conduct safety inspections.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities to include but not limited to:

• Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record

Education and Experience:

• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered for employment into the position.
• At least five years of occupational health and safety experience in a construction environment required.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and observes the guidelines as a Tennessee Drug Free Workplace employer. Applicants will be required to submit to substance abuse testing at a laboratory chosen by the Company.

If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. All applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary requirements?

Experience:

• Construction Safety: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Safety Professional (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)
• OSHA 30 Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Greeneville, TN (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person