ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:

Passionate about embedding safety into workplace culture
Proven success in building and leading diverse teams while managing complex safety initiatives across multiple departments
Strong communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build relationships at all organizational levels
Capable of resolving challenging, time-sensitive issues involving multiple stakeholders
In-depth understanding of OSHA and state safety regulations, with hands-on experience in manufacturing, equipment, welding, maintenance and building safety
Extensive experience managing third-party compliance, site-specific pre-qualification, and vendor selection through structured tender processes
Skilled at setting expectations, offering feedback, and supporting employee development
Able to balance immediate operational needs with long-term safety goals
Trusted decision-maker who leads with integrity and confidence
Designing, updating, and rolling out health and safety programs
Identifying risks and applying proactive safety measures
Conducting audits and inspections to ensure regulatory compliance
Delivering safety training and education to employees
Experience creating programs with LMS
Keeping detailed records and preparing safety reports
Investigating incidents to determine root causes and prevent recurrence and implementing corrective actions to reduce safety risks
Staying up to date with regulations, best practices, and safety technologies
Advising leadership on safety improvements and required changes
Leading safety meetings across multiple departments
Building internal scorecards to track and manage safety metrics and KPIs
Reviewing applicable laws and standards to maintain compliance
Providing coaching, training, and support to field and shop teams
Experience with heavy equipment, forklifts, scissor lifts, arial lifts and fall protection
Ensuring new hires are properly trained and all required training is completed on time
Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to walk for prolonged periods of time on uneven surfaces such as railroad track areas, rough surface jobsites, etc.
Ability to conduct repetitive motions in an office environment such as sitting, typing, computer use, etc.
Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and on and off heavy trucks and equipment
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and otherwise get around indoor, outdoor, railroad track, and other general work areas and equipment
Vision must be sufficient for driving and for conducting safety audits and inspections
Ability to travel up to 50% via rail, automobile and airplane

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Exposure to outdoor conditions, including inclement weather, when conducting site visits/audits/training, etc
Exposure to dust/fumes/mist, grinding particles, smoke, and particulates consistent with welding, grinding, and heavy industrial work
Must be able to do shift work and work irregular hours, including weekends as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Safety is preferred
CSP, ASP or any safety related designation is preferred
5 years’ experience in a Safety Supervisor or manager role is a manufacturing facility is preferred
Well versed in OSHA and State regulations
Experience with ISN, Avetta, and FRA compliance is preferred
Successful experience in development of OHS Programs and Procedures
Proficient in accident investigation fundamentals
Proficient in all Microsoft suite of products
Must be able to successfully complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland L.P.

Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise this job description at any time to add or remove tasks as circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

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