Director of Corporate Safety - Norfolk, VA

Director of Corporate Safety - Norfolk, VA

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The Director of Corporate Safety will develop, coordinate, and implement occupational health policies and procedures to promote and ensure effective safety operations in the organization.

Ensures that staff maintain the assigned safety metrics, training, certifications and other administrative requirements related to safety operations and regulations.

• Collaborates with senior leadership to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Implements processes to drive compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, and codes.
• Provides technical and administrative support to the safety reporting functions.
• Champions and promotes human organizational performance principles through training and implementation of supporting programs.
• Promotes and conducts learning events that identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health risks.
• Conducts employee training on applicable safety standards.
• Participates in safety organizations to promote safety and guide safety elements applicable to the company’s business areas.
• Provides and coordinates safety messaging for the company.
• Reviews safety training and recommends revisions and improvements.
• Mentors direct reports through 1-on-1 sessions.
• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety procedures.
• Reviews accident and incident reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to conduct effective safety investigations and risk assessments.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership capabilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related tools.

Generally works in an office environment and visits work sites as needed.

• Ability to travel up to 25% of work time.

• Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field.
• At least five years of occupational health and safety experience in an industrial environment.

• Industry certifications such as CSP or CUSP.

No other eligibility requirements.

Must meet I-9 requirements.

The position requires employees to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job. Must meet I-9 requirements. The company provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

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