Safety Lead - Freedom Boat Club

Position Overview

The Safety Lead supports Freedom Boat Club (FBC) by executing safety programs, coaching managers, and strengthening safety culture at the operational level. Reporting to the EHS Manager, the role ensures safety initiatives are implemented consistently across club locations and that managers are equipped to lead safety within their teams. The Safety Lead also leads safety initiatives, process improvement projects, and manages the safety performance metrics dashboard using advanced Excel skills to track, analyze, and report results.

The role requires approximately 25 % travel to Freedom Boat Club locations. It is a remote position with regional concentration in Tampa or Southwest Florida.

• Coach and develop managers to strengthen their ability to lead safety.
• Promote a culture that balances accountability with encouragement and recognition.
• Lead training sessions, campaigns, and communications that reinforce safe practices.
• Implement FBC safety programs, policies, and initiatives across club operations.
• Support managers in applying safety standards and embedding safe practices into daily operations.
• Serve as the primary resource to staff and managers for questions, guidance, and follow‑up on safety expectations.
• Develop and manage safety projects of limited scope (e.g., training refreshes, pilot programs, or localized process improvements).
• Track timelines, deliverables, and results, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure completion.
• Measure project outcomes and recommend improvements for broader use.
• Manage and improve FBC’s safety performance metrics dashboard to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Use advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, Power Query, formulas, conditional formatting, etc.) to analyze performance and identify trends.
• Provide clear reporting and actionable insights to managers and leadership.
• Partner with managers to identify hazards, support root‑cause analyses, and develop corrective actions.
• Assist in emergency preparedness and response activities, including readiness for severe weather or non‑routine tasks.

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Health, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive safety leadership experience OR 2–4 years of demonstrated leadership within Freedom Boat Club with a proven track record of influencing safety culture and operational outcomes.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, with ability to manage, analyze, and present data.
• Experience leading projects from planning through execution.
• Strong coaching, facilitation, and communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Marina or marine services experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 25 % of the time to support Freedom Boat Club locations.

• Strong empathy and active listening
• Ability to build trust and meaningful relationships
• Clear, respectful, and persuasive communication
• Coaching and leadership development
• Recognition of others’ contributions and positive reinforcement
• Advanced Excel/data analysis skills
• Project planning and execution
• Influencing without authority
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving
• Commitment to safety culture and continuous improvement

This position is a full‑time (40‑hour work week) opportunity. It is remote, with a regional concentration in Tampa or Southwest Florida.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $62,800 – $90,500 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on factors including job‑related knowledge, skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick’s comprehensive health and benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well‑being program, product purchase discounts, and much more. Details about our benefits can be found on the company website.

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